Scheduling: How do I find time to write around work and family commitments? — Emerging: How to Eventually Make it in Film & TV

How many of us struggle to get consistent writing done because life just keeps getting in the way? Two of us are parents to young children, one has a puppy (which is definitely the same thing), not to mention that we still need to make actual money too. We're not saying we've solved it (late nights and early mornings aren't easy!), but we have all found ways to mostly make it work, alongside money jobs and having families.

So this episode is all about breaking down how we schedule in that all important writing time and how we fit the practise around everything else life throws at us. From writing at 2am, to finding flow between errands and meltdowns, this one's all about exploring the emotional and logistical hurdles of being a writer with responsibilities. It’s a vulnerable one, touching on generational expectations, unsupportive family members, and the guilt of trying to carve out creative time. But it's also a love letter to perseverance, community, and the power of chasing your dream — even if it means writing pantsless.

And of course, it's totally different for everyone, so please do reach out and let us know how you make it work for you - you're not alone!

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Martin is @bananabreadfilm

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🧰 Resources & Mentions:

Curtis Brown Creative
BBC Writersroom Open Call
Scrivener
Jim Carrey’s Commencement Speech (Maharishi University)
Emerging with Beatty Smith – Part 1

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