Scientifically this has been proven to be true. It is recommended that you create small milestones, check them off when you complete. That checking off is a reward. It serves as a Dopamine does. Dopamine is a motivation molecule. When you don't expect something but you get it, you get a Dopamine gush. When you expect something and don't get it, you end up in disappointment.
Hence you can pace your Dopamine flow by writing one article a day. Get a sense of accomplishment. Check ✅. Use the dopamine released to read some other writers article and share your insights. ✔️ And this way you can self motivate with Dopamine flow