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Viewing Stamp Out Writer's BlockStamp Out Writer's Block
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Writer's block doesn't really exist. Either you write, or you don't write. Writer's block is nothing more than a myth, a scary monster to haunt our dreams. It may be that you just don't feel like writing today. Here is how to get jumpstarted. By Ray Edwards Before we start, I have one thing to say: Writer's block doesn't really exist. Either you write, or you don't write. Writer's block is nothing more than a myth, a scary monster to haunt our dreams. After all, have you ever heard of a pilot boarding a plane and telling the passengers and crew, 'We're not going to be flying today, because I'm suffering a terrible case of pilot's block'? Of course not. It's the same for writers. It may be that you just don't feel like writing today. What we call 'writer's block' is merely resistance to writing. Today's resource is a book called The War of Art by Steven Pressfield. It is a very powerful book, especially if you're a writer. I strongly recommend you get it. Are you looking for some practical tips you can use to break through that resistance, get past writer's block and get writing? Here are three ways you can dissolve this resistance, and start writing: Focus is what you pay attention to. You can choose to focus on your writer's block, but that rarely makes it go away - in fact, it can make your writer's block worse than before. Pay attention to something else for a while. Try focusing on something positive, like how great you feel. Focus on the notes for your current project. Even if you aren't writing, you can still read them. Physiology - Your body language affects your mood. If you are slumped over your keyboard, the very picture of defeat, you will feel defeated. Instead, sit up straight, take a few deep breaths, relax your shoulders, and get ready to write, write, write. Just try it - it works! The language you use in your head affects how you feel about a situation. Most people think that is backwards, but it's not. Perhaps the dialogue inside your head goes something like this: 'I've got writer's block, so I must be lazy. I just don't have the discipline to write, and this proves how lazy and bad I am'. STOP! Torturing yourself never helps. You must change your language, the words you use in your self-talk. What you are experiencing is resistance to writing, and that resistance comes from many sources. Use the tips in this article to help end that resistance and get writing again. Can these tips really help? Yes, they can! You see, in my opinion, there really is no such thing as writer's block. Use these tips to stamp it out for good. About the Author: For an inside look at the techniques of a sought-after web copywriter, visit the site of Copywriter Ray Edwards. Claim your free podcasts, marketing tips, videos, and free copywriting advice. Article Source: 1st Rate Articles - http://1stRateArticles.com |
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