If you thinking of starting a blog, at some point in time you will experience the plight all writer's dread: the lack of inspiration, more commonly known as writer's block. However, it doesn't have to be the curse so many have extoled it to be, it can a gift, if used properly. Yes, writer's block on one topic can be an inspiration for another topic. It is an opportunity to start blogging about a different topic or explore a new interest.
Writer's block can also be your body's or brain's way of saying "time out." The commitment to blog consistently can be draining: researching topics, writing posts, posting, formating, sharing, commenting on other blogs and the cycle repeats itself. Everyone needs a few days away from the grind, even if only for a few days.
If the situation persists, consider one of these tried and true solutions:
- Breathe - back away from the computer. Go outside, get some fresh air and let Mother Nature speak to you.
- Exercise - go for walk/jog/run, ride a bike or swim a few laps. Move your muscles and get your blood flowing to your brain.
- Read - blogs, comics, magazines or newspapers. Glean inspiration from others.
- Eat - feed your brain cells. Fix yourself (or go out for) a healthy meal with a lot of colorful vegetables and lean protein.
- Create - doodle, knit, paint or write. Get the synapses on the other side of your brain popping and firing.
- Talk - forget kids, adults say the darnedest things. The seemingly most insignificant conversation can lead to a blog post.
- Dance - as if no one is watching. Turn on some tunes and let your body do its own thing.
- Watch - look at what is happening around you. You will be amazed by what you see if you take the time to observe people.
- Sleep - does a body good. Give your mind has an opportunity to rest and rejuvenate.
- Meditate - when you've done everything you can think of, try doing nothing.
How do you view writer's block, gift or curse? How do you deal with writer's block?
