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L. Krystalina Soash
Here's how I deal with writer's block.
I know every writer gets those moments, I like to call it writer’s rut because I just need a little push to roll out of that rut.
-- I don’t agonize about format. Formatting is the last thing I want to think about when getting started on a writing project.
-- I type or write: just type, type, type, or write, write, write, for two whole minutes about my topic.
-- I don’t fix grammar: I don’t worry about punctuation, spelling, capitalization, etc.,there’s time for that later.
-- I let my thoughts just spill out: My flow of thoughts allows creative juices to start flowing.
-- I work fast: I keep typing or writing until I'm done spilling thoughts. This spilling holds back the writing critic within me.
-- I don't think about word count: Word count is not important at this point. I just keep writing or typing like there's no tomorrow.
It's magical...
Oh, and this is just the beginning. By the time I'm done with my full writing assignment, I'm be amazed at my own creative talent, and only because I keep in mind that formatting, grammar, and word count have nothing to do with just getting out of that writer’s rut!
I know every writer gets those moments, I like to call it writer’s rut because I just need a little push to roll out of that rut.
-- I don’t agonize about format. Formatting is the last thing I want to think about when getting started on a writing project.
-- I type or write: just type, type, type, or write, write, write, for two whole minutes about my topic.
-- I don’t fix grammar: I don’t worry about punctuation, spelling, capitalization, etc.,there’s time for that later.
-- I let my thoughts just spill out: My flow of thoughts allows creative juices to start flowing.
-- I work fast: I keep typing or writing until I'm done spilling thoughts. This spilling holds back the writing critic within me.
-- I don't think about word count: Word count is not important at this point. I just keep writing or typing like there's no tomorrow.
It's magical...
Oh, and this is just the beginning. By the time I'm done with my full writing assignment, I'm be amazed at my own creative talent, and only because I keep in mind that formatting, grammar, and word count have nothing to do with just getting out of that writer’s rut!
L. Krystalina Soash
The best thing about being a writer is the freedom for expression, creativity and choosing topics I'm passionate about. I can produce an awesome work when the topic is right up my alley. I love being a writer!
L. Krystalina Soash
My advice for aspiring writers is:
For writers, sometimes it’s difficult to maintain our momentum that says we must continue moving forward with a writing project or writing career. We may reach a ho-hum attitude, wander aimlessly, worse yet, reach that dreaded writing plateau. If we don’t take action to move beyond that attitude, our skills will wane and feel like we’re digressing. We can surely do without that negative writer’s baggage!
If you find yourself experiencing the above writing plateau, as I have, following are some tried and proven tips to help you move beyond that feeling and give you a boost in the writing department.
Take a break: There’s a difference between taking a break and just wandering around aimlessly on that writing plateau. Taking a break in this sense refers to reading that book you’ve wanted to read for a long time. Sometimes what we need is to disconnect from our profession in a healthy manner that will nourish our writing spirit. I’ve found this suggestion very helpful in my own writing career. Not only do you disconnect, but the good book you read may be the ticket to inspire your writing once again.
Take a community education writing class: There are many benefits to taking this type of writing class. These classes are based on personal writing insights, are offered in no pressure settings, and you get a chance to interact with aspiring writers. Interacting with other writers will definitely boost your moral. Besides, you’ll be amazed at how much you’ll learn from those experienced community teachers. This is a bonus.
Pick up a puzzle book or two: Stimulating those brain neurons is the goal with this suggestion. Pick up some carry-along puzzles such as a word search (word find), a crossword puzzle, or Sudoku puzzle books. These categorically organized puzzles are excellent resources to stimulate your thinking processes. These brain exercises will get your writing creativity in gear and help you get motivated to start your writing again with fresh ideas.
So next time you find yourself wandering aimlessly, feeling unmotivated, or feel that you’re not making any progress on that writing plateau, take any or all of the above tips and apply them to move yourself forward.
It happens to the best of us and thankfully you have options.
Hooray!
For writers, sometimes it’s difficult to maintain our momentum that says we must continue moving forward with a writing project or writing career. We may reach a ho-hum attitude, wander aimlessly, worse yet, reach that dreaded writing plateau. If we don’t take action to move beyond that attitude, our skills will wane and feel like we’re digressing. We can surely do without that negative writer’s baggage!
If you find yourself experiencing the above writing plateau, as I have, following are some tried and proven tips to help you move beyond that feeling and give you a boost in the writing department.
Take a break: There’s a difference between taking a break and just wandering around aimlessly on that writing plateau. Taking a break in this sense refers to reading that book you’ve wanted to read for a long time. Sometimes what we need is to disconnect from our profession in a healthy manner that will nourish our writing spirit. I’ve found this suggestion very helpful in my own writing career. Not only do you disconnect, but the good book you read may be the ticket to inspire your writing once again.
Take a community education writing class: There are many benefits to taking this type of writing class. These classes are based on personal writing insights, are offered in no pressure settings, and you get a chance to interact with aspiring writers. Interacting with other writers will definitely boost your moral. Besides, you’ll be amazed at how much you’ll learn from those experienced community teachers. This is a bonus.
Pick up a puzzle book or two: Stimulating those brain neurons is the goal with this suggestion. Pick up some carry-along puzzles such as a word search (word find), a crossword puzzle, or Sudoku puzzle books. These categorically organized puzzles are excellent resources to stimulate your thinking processes. These brain exercises will get your writing creativity in gear and help you get motivated to start your writing again with fresh ideas.
So next time you find yourself wandering aimlessly, feeling unmotivated, or feel that you’re not making any progress on that writing plateau, take any or all of the above tips and apply them to move yourself forward.
It happens to the best of us and thankfully you have options.
Hooray!
L. Krystalina Soash
I'm currently working on 3 freelance writing projects and 2 books of my own that I hope to publish by the end of 2015. My book titles? Unknown yet. I usually get about 5 or 6 titles for a book before I settle on one.
L. Krystalina Soash
My inspiration to write comes in the morning when I'm well rested and am thinking clearly. I journal every morning and keep a file titled 'unfinished articles' in my Word Docs. I use trigger words that becomes topics later.
L. Krystalina Soash
The idea for my book, "Your Positive Potential: Action Steps for Self-Empowerment" came from a true life experience while experiencing a dark episode in my life with depression. I sought help to avoid self-destruction because I knew in my soul there was light at the end of the tunnel, and it wasn't a train!
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