We’ve all been there - when you desperately want to write, but the words just won’t come. Suddenly, mundane tasks you’ve been putting off seem oh so appealing, and your monthly gym membership has never seen so much use.
Battling writer's block can be tricky, but there are a few sure-fire ways to get you back on track.
1. Take time to clear your mind
Ironically, one of the reasons you could be suffering from the dreaded ‘writer's block’ is that you, quite frankly, have way too many topics on your mind. Your boss has overly ambition demands, birthdays, weddings and a high maintenance family can all completely overload your brain, so you simply have too much going on, and it can take its toll on your mental health and stress levels.
2. Embrace new experiences
Perhaps the reason your struggling to develop ideas is that you aren’t doing anything of real value each day. If you stick to the same daily routine how do you expect new ideas to find you? Book that city break, buy that expensive coat, walk the long way to work - start saying yes to life.
3. Find your passion
Are you genuinely passionate about what you’re creating? If the topic your covering doesn’t spark your interest and get your juices flowing then stop what you’re doing this instant and find your passion. It’s better to have a niche audience in a subject you have an endless passion for, over a topic that doesn’t interest you with a wide audience.
4. Preempt Writer's Blocks
Most importantly, remember that it’s completely natural to feel lost for words at times, especially as a writer. Just take it slow, free your mind and be happy.