OVERCOMING WRITER’S BLOCK AT

WORK

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INTRODUCTION

Writer’s block is a problem that can be very difficult

to overcome. It can debilitate even the best writers,

and it happens to all writers at some point in their

process.

However, it is absolutely possible to overcome

writer’s block and get back to your writing.

Next, we will talk about writer’s block and how you

can easily overcome it in the workplace.

TAKE A CREATIVE BREAK

If you have a creative project you could work on

instead, try focusing on that. If not, do some

brainstorming, thinking, or free writing.

The point of this exercise isn’t necessarily to get

other things done, but rather to keep the creative

part of your brain going while you take a break from

writing.

Once you get back to it, you should find that writing

comes easily to you.

And speaking of free writing…

FREE WRITE

Free writing can help you overcome writer’s block in

a simple yet aggressive way. By continuing to write

(and write and write), regardless of the quality of

your words, you can once again find your writing

groove.

Writing in a stream of consciousness style is an

effective method because it makes it easier for

words to go from your brain to the screen or page

instantaneously.

Once you get your thoughts free flowing, get back

to your regularly scheduled writing.

GET UP AND MOVE!

Because your writer’s block might be caused from

sitting still for too long, taking a break to get up and

move around can help you refocus on your writing

task.

Going outside is another great option because

natural sunlight provides your body with precious

melatonin. Also, physically separating yourself from

your work will allow for a much needed break.

Once you feel refreshed, get back to writing with a

clear head.

ELIMINATE ANY DISTRACTIONS

There are innumerable things that can distract you

from writing, and therefore lead to writer’s block.

One way to help combat this distraction is by

installing an app that isolates your writing space

(such as a word processing program), making it

easier to focus.

There are also apps that can make it impossible to

reach social media websites, removing the

possibility of being distracted by them during certain

hours.

ADJUST YOUR WRITING HABITS AND

SCHEDULE

If you can, try writing early in the morning, or in the evening if that works better for you. You can still practice all of the things at work that can help you to overcome writer’s block.

For example, you can warm-up your writing abilities before you start on something important—free writing is the perfect activity for achieving this.

Obviously, adjusting your schedule depends on what kind of writing you are doing, and isn’t possible for everyone. However, finding the optimal time of day to write will be beneficial to you in the long run.