My Journey to Becoming a Wellness Writer

Have you ever stared at a blank page, the cursor blinking like it’s daring you to write something, while your brain offers up every possible reason why you’re not “qualified” to do this?

That was my daily battle when I first decided to pursue wellness writing.

The game-changer for me was realising that my struggles weren't about my skills, or whether I deserved to write about health and wellness.

It was about my mindset.

I've been studying self-improvement for many years, but as you may know, it can be so easy to slip into old familiar thought patterns.

Here's what truly made the difference:

I built authority from the inside out. I started living the wellness principles I wanted to write about. Mornings became my time to reset with a 10-minute meditation to clear my mind, followed by journalling to reflect on my progress and celebrate small wins.

This practice made me realise that every little step forward counts. And those steps became the foundation for authentic stories and ideas.

I created a "wellness-first" workspace. You don’t need an expensive office to feel inspired. My workspace is simple: natural light, a few uplifting items that make me smile, and a clean, calm environment.

When intimidated by writing, I break it into ridiculously small tasks:

-Freewriting for 10 minutes about my wellness journey.
-Crafting one paragraph on how a practice changed my life.
-Writing a single sentence to explain a health tip to my past self.

The result is I'm building lots of genuine, experience-based content, that I live by daily. My writing feels real. Each piece reflects a wellness journey I’m living every day, and I believe that authenticity resonates with readers.

For me, the path to becoming a wellness writer starts with being your own first client. Practice wellness, document your journey, and let your struggles become your stories.

Live the principles you want to share. Document the ups and downs. Let your struggles fuel your stories.

The blank page doesn’t scare me anymore because I’m not writing as an “expert” trying to prove something. I’m writing as someone who’s walking the path, and inviting others to join me.