How to Overcome Writer’s Block

Writer’s block happens to the best of us and it can be very frustrating to deal with. While many writers often assume that it will go away on its own, some writers have experienced weeks or even days when all their work feels insufficient. To tackle the problem, you have to consider the cause and several other factors. Some of these include

Time Limits – This is the most common cause and can prolong the writer’s block as well. The more you think about the time limits, the more anxious you will become.​

• Fears – Every writer has a fear of getting negative critique. Writing can be a very personal experience for some and the fear of being judged on their work can cause ideas to dry up.
• Perfectionism – Striving for the perfect phrases, sentences, words and more can be a taxing process. It can leave you feeling depleted and stunt the progress you are making.
• Routine Boredom – When you write so frequently, it can cause you to become bored or you have used up all your ideas. Try as you might, it can be hard to be creative when you feel stuck in the routine.
• Following a Format – Many writers believe in writing in a format. First comes the beginning, the middle and the end. Any other format might feel odd, unfamiliar or restrictive. 

All these scenarios and more can contribute to causing writer’s block in a person. Some writers can become absolutely miserable and start to procrastinate or refuse to write until the block disappears. However, it won’t go away on its own. The following are a few ways you can overcome writer’s block with ease.
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• Write whatever comes to mind - What do you do when you have the middle but can’t work out how to write without the end or the beginning of the piece? You write it down and build the story around it.
• Take a Break – Go for a walk, exercise or talk to someone. Use this as an opportunity to let your creative side rest. When you go back to the writing table, you feel better.
• Change of Environment – If you cannot write in your bedroom, change the environment and head to the living room. If you need to, head out to a café or the local library to get a better writing environment.
• Know that It’s Okay – Even the bestselling authors experience writer’s block from time to time. Acknowledge that it is alright and don’t beat yourself up about. Progress might be slow but fans of your work will be patient and understanding too. Just look at George R.R. Martin as an example.