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8 Tips To Beat Writer's Block

Being a writer is all patience.

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Writer's block is a demon we all have to face every now and then. Sometimes, our words don't flow correctly, or the ideas stopped running around in our heads. Other times we don't believe in our capability as developing writers. It happens to even the best of writers, but in recent years, I've found there's always a way out.

Here are eight tips to help you find your way out of writer's block.

1. Read over some of your old pieces.

Sometimes, writer's block can make us lose our sense of self as a writer. Looking over some old pieces will remind you of your voice, the things you like to write about, and even your progress.

2. Write out your inner monologue.

If you're not writing for anything specific, just write whatever comes to mind, and write it just for you. This exercise will force you to get words on a page without any judgment.

3. Start keeping a daily journal.

If your writer's block has been long-term, keeping a daily journal will force you into a regular writing schedule.

4. Look up prompts.

Writing prompts can be your best friend. However, make sure to look at them as a guide to developing your own ideas.

5. Rewrite or edit some of your forgotten pieces.

We all have a few works we started and never finished. Use those to take tip #1 a step further. Since you've already come up with the main idea, the hardest part should already be done, and you can take the piece wherever you'd like.

6. Take a break.

Sometimes, all your ideas need is a little bit of time off. Take a moment to assess how much pressure you're putting on yourself as a writer, and try to lighten that load a bit.

7. Remember, writing isn’t a chore.

Most of us started writing for a specific reason but lost sight of it once we get caught up in the motions. Try to remember what exactly it is you love about writing, and why you started in the first place.

8. Don’t compare your progress to others'.

We all work at our own pace. Comparing your progress to somebody else's will only waste more time and bring down your confidence.

As your writer's block comes and goes, try not to be too down on yourself. Some blocks can last a day and some can last a month. It's all about how you work your way through it. In the end, being a writer is all patience.

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