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How To Combat Writer's Block

"Why do you write like you're running out of time?" - Hamilton, An American Musical

Laken Burkhardt
Feb 14, 2017
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
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How To Combat Writer's Block
Laken Burkhardt

Writers block.

Something every student, blogger, professional has experienced. This can end up having us sit for hours staring at a blank piece of papers a blank screen with no idea how to start. I've experienced this many times, and these are my best ways to combat this:

Eat a snack

Sometimes our brains need energy to get a kickstart in creating ideas, and food is a way to do it. The sugar can give us that boost of energy that we may need.

Recommended food: granola bars, BelVita bars, piece of fruit (something healthy)

Take a break

Sometimes taking 10-15 minutes to check social media or do something else can help you get your thoughts together, or you might see something that can spark inspiration to write about.

Exercise more

Going for a small bike ride, run, or walk can be beneficial for clearing your mind of unnecessary things, and for your physical health as well

Leave the assignment go

Don't ignore it completely, but sometimes just walking away from it for a bit can be better than stressing over it

Write down everything

Every idea you have, no matter how trivial...write it down. You never know when that idea can help you out in that assignment, or another assignment

Naps

Taking a mental break by napping can be beneficial as well. You might dream of something that can help you...plus, who doesn't enjoy naps?


These are some things that I do when I'm going through some Writer’s block - hopefully these things can help you with your next paper.

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