I thought I'd add a meta-comment about this discussion: even with a half dozen comments, there are already the answers in here you're looking for (break a project down into _tiniest possible_ pieces, then feel good about accomplishing each tiny piece; get a friend to kick your ass or make a public commitment to something).
Some on this thread have said, basically, stop whining and start building. When someone asks for advice, that's not generally the greatest response. But, you asked your question, and you have your answer. You don't need to figure out every little nuance to try to achieve some maximal level of momentum. THAT is what can often get you stuck. You've got some great advice, so: Go implement it!
And more than that, come back to HN on Monday and show us the cool weekend project you made. I'll be looking for it.
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I thought I'd add a meta-comment about this discussion: even with a half dozen comments, there are already the answers in here you're looking for (break a project down into _tiniest possible_ pieces, then feel good about accomplishing each tiny piece; get a friend to kick your ass or make a public commitment to something).
Some on this thread have said, basically, stop whining and start building. When someone asks for advice, that's not generally the greatest response. But, you asked your question, and you have your answer. You don't need to figure out every little nuance to try to achieve some maximal level of momentum. THAT is what can often get you stuck. You've got some great advice, so: Go implement it!
And more than that, come back to HN on Monday and show us the cool weekend project you made. I'll be looking for it.
I will return with something. Not this monday, maybe not next, but I will return. And I'll be looking for your comment ;).