7 tips to overcome writer’s block
If you’re stuck in uninspired muck, break free by shaking up your routine, editing a messy rough draft or typing out a famous passage.
Every writer faces the terrible struggle of figuring out what to say next—or what to say at all.
The cause of your writer’s block might be fear, pressure or perfectionism. Sometimes it’s just lack of inspiration. Whatever it is that tends to thwart your thoughts or clog your creativity, here are seven suggestions to get the words flowing:
1. Find something to edit.
Don’t proofread as you write. Leave out words, abbreviate freely, and just jot like the wind in your rough draft. Save your editing for later.
Revisiting rough copy from the day before will spark your creativity and force you to consider new possibilities. Aside from easing writer’s block, reading through your messy first draft with fresh eyes tends to jar loose more coherent ideas. Never underestimate the power of embracing the crappy first draft.
2. Get a running start.
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