I think either the me or the author misunderstand the advice. Writing everyday (or for me, painting/drawing) isn't really about finishing the novel, blog, painting, etc. that you have as an actual goal.
The daily writing or painting or [insert thingy here] is more about practice and getting momentum and letting ideas grow. If you want to write, being creative while writing about your day or your dreams gets the mind going and gives lots of practice on how to describe things and paying attention to details so that when you are working on your novel or blog, your brain slips into the mode much easier. It all helps. I do this with painting and drawing, and my "effortful" works are better for them.
I agree. I keep a journal, which used to be a daily practice for the past 2 years up until April. The reason for the change was that my morning routine was swapped around.
When I was writing daily, it was to capture moments and ideas that were sure to be forgotten. When Writing I don't pretend that it will be a great work at some point. I write because it is satisfying to me and at times my mind will wander when writing; it is at these times that I find really interesting ideas to capture my imagination... and I write them down.
Now, with a different schedule, I write every 2 or 3 days and it is still meaningful and expressive.
My perspective on the article is that the author was really excited about what worked for them... but failed to consider that everyone has a different approach. I think they are right that you need to be fluid; and use that to try different approaches to writing consistently and finding your muse. Most importantly... find a way to enjoy the work.
I couldn't agree more with your sentiment on the mechanics.
By using a physical object to manipulate the medium, I am slowed down; where with typing I am a blur of output.
With the manipulation of pen and paper, I have to think slower and hold onto an idea in a different manner; my thoughts have to be thought about.
The daily writing or painting or [insert thingy here] is more about practice and getting momentum and letting ideas grow. If you want to write, being creative while writing about your day or your dreams gets the mind going and gives lots of practice on how to describe things and paying attention to details so that when you are working on your novel or blog, your brain slips into the mode much easier. It all helps. I do this with painting and drawing, and my "effortful" works are better for them.