You guys, I really need some help.
I’m experiencing a severe case of writer’s block. I’m sure my less-than-stellar recent blogging history also applies as evidence of this but I’m referring to something…different. I’ve been given the possibility of a very exciting opportunity that may not come to fruition if I can’t get through this barrier! (don’t worry, if this situation works out, you all will definitely be the first to know!)
A friend last night suggested that I put everything down on paper, good and bad, because it’s easier to work with something rather than nothing. So I’ve done a little bit of that but I was wondering if any of you had any other tips? I know what I want to say… I just can’t seem to get it out… and written in a compelling way.
Any thoughts on the issue would be really quite helpful!
Have a great day, loves! xx
I’m sorry! I definitely go through blogger’s block a lot. One thing I did to help was just take pictures of anything that evoked something in me (funny, weird, etc.) and that provided some inspiration.
I agree with your friend. I also am reading a book that mentions the importance of writing “morning pages.” Basically, you write three pages every single morning. With your coffee, tea, or whatever beverage you so chose. No matter how little motivation you have, you write what you got. You never know what might shape after you shake away some of the initial frustrations. I say this like I have ever done morning pages in my life, but I will! Maybe.
Best of luck to you and excited to hear about this opportunity! XOXO
I’m with Charlotte… you just need to sit and WRITE. Write about ANYTHING. I know it can be hard and frustrating but eventually it become easier.
I don’t know if I would be much help with this, but maybe switch something up and do something to relax your mind. You are probably just stressing out… maybe try yoga or meditation to calm your mind.
I hope it’s gotten better! Maybe do a little casual blog to get the ball rolling?
XOXO
So, thanks for finding and commenting on my blog, it’s very much appreciated! As I am trying to write every day, I struggle with writer’s block a fair bit, and as I write fiction, I can’t just make a diary of what I did in the day (well, I can, but that’s cheating!).
A way that’s helped me overcome writer’s block is talking! Talk to people (preferably in a live conversation off the internet (I’ll accept phone calls)) and it can help give ideas, even if it’s a single word they use that your mind subconsciously spins into a great yarn.
And for a non-fiction blog, the topic of conversation could be the blog post! Or a funny story your friend tells you that you then re-tell here! Who knows?
So yeah. Talking is fun!