Continually make new cards

In Anki, having a fresh stream of new cards seems important for keeping up the daily habit. I went through a period where I barely reviewed my cards at all, and the review load just piled up. What helped to kick start the habit again was a combination of a few things, including making new cards (Tips for reviving a spaced repetition practice).

(I've seen Andy Matuschak make this point or a similar one somewhere.)