Writer's Block - Tips To Overcome This Nuisance

Photo Courtesy of jacksmomontherun.wordpress.com via www.bing.com As an author and writer, I'm sure there are times that you've had to deal with the dreadful nuisance called "writer's block." 

I will admit that working on my current project as come with its moments of brain silence. You could hear the crickets. I haven't been unfocused or unmotivated to write this next novel; however, there have been times when I would sit down in front of the computer or even grab my notebook and absolutely nothing.

I know that I need to get this book done because that is on my publishing schedule this year but I didn't want to continue to force the issue. 

So, what do you do when this happens?

Here are a few tips that I would suggest so that you can get back into the groove of things: Read! Read! Read! - This takes the pressure off of your brain for a little while, allowing some enjoyment and relaxation time. Listen to Music - Sometimes you just need to sit back, close your eyes or dance to the music of your choice. It provides an escape and a brain break. Implement a Daily Routine - When you have a consistent writing routine then that becomes a habit that isn't easy to break. For example, you can set a goal to write a minimum of 1,000 - 2,000 words per day equating to 7,000 - 14,000 words a week. If you keep this up then before you know it that first draft will be complete.  Get Inspired - One thing that I do to stay inspired is ready daily quotes as well as look at the things I have posted on my vision board. Fellow Author/Writer Support - It's important to surround yourself with people who are on the same journey as you are with writing. Most of the authors and writers that I've had the opportunity to interact with in person or through social media faced this challenge at one time or another. Their advice and support have been golden. Stop Trying to Be Perfect - In other words, stop putting too much pressure on yourself to have everything be perfect. There's a reason why revisions exist. Just write and stop thinking so much. Even if something doesn't make sense initially - know that you can always go back and change it later prior to publishing. Change Your Scenery  - Sometimes you need to get away from your normal place of writing. For example, if you write in your office home maybe it would help to find a cafe, library or some other peaceful destination. 
These are just a few of many things that you can do to overcome that nuisance called "writer's block." In case you are wondering, yes I've done a few of things and I'm back in thick of working on my next novels. 

Until next time ... Happy Writing!