If you are a writer, you are bound to have found yourself stuck in times where whatever you write just does not feel right or does not seem to convey the meaning it is supposed to. There are also times when your writing simply lacks the element which contributes to its readability or you are unable to sufficiently frame text in a way you find it contributing to the values of the reader, this is what aptly constitutes a writer’s block. It essentially is a time in which the content either is too weak in quality to put out, or the writer might be suffering from burnout. It is something that needs to be overcome in due time to help one proceed. If not dealt with patiently, writer’s block can cause one to:
- Lose interest in writing.
- Become demotivated.
- Make one frustrated.
- Lead to procrastination.
- Mess one’s schedule
- Cause stress by causing a delay on deadlines, and more.
It is to avoid the above-mentioned outcomes, one must understand the fact that despite it seeming harsh, writer’s block requires one to be patient and can be overcome in many ways. Since each and every individual is different, it works differently for all, but here are some of the most common ways one can try to overcome writer’s block.
- Take a break:
Simple as it might sound, one can sometimes be caught up in too busy a schedule to make time for themselves, so if you happen to feel wrung out, consider taking a break and resuming the task after so that it feels like you are starting afresh.
- Read something for fun:
Reading works from others or something simple that helps you relax and ease into your zone might help you get back in tune with your writer self.
- Change up your workspace:
It might get tedious to be working in the same surroundings and atmosphere. Consider changing up a thing or two to add an element of change to help yourself feel better while you work.
Change your place of work:
The change of place is intended to bring about an alteration in your surroundings. Perhaps, change the cafe, or choose the other corner of the library, instead of just writing indoors. It can be these minor alterations that bring about quite the required impact to help you get back to writing.
- Switch topics:
Sometimes working on the same topic can be pretty tricky. Hence changing up topics to shift focus and starting with a better mindset can always prove to be helpful.
- Practice creative writing:
What better way to get into writing than creative writing? Let your creative juices flow, and work on anything that appeals to you. Allow yourself to be driven by what interests you and write about it; once in the zone, you can always channel that positivity to get back to work.
- Make a schedule:
Spending hours on the same topic can be quite overwhelming, so make a schedule that works for you, dedicate a fixed amount of time, and get the minimum amount of work done, to prevent yourself from being overwhelmed by looming deadlines.
We hope that these prove to be of help when trying to get over writer’s block.
With an eye for detail and the perseverance to get things right, Shubhangi aims to learn and grow. Given her extensive experience in the field of content creation, she has successfully assisted a wide variety of clients in obtaining the high-quality content they seek. She brings her experience as both a freelancer and a member of the team to better understand the perspective required. When not actively brainstorming over projects, Shubhangi can be found exploring museums, delving into Korean culture, learning languages, and experimenting with art.
