Writing is always a challenge. Sometimes the writing flows rapidly; often, you must force yourself to write to avoid writer’s block. What is writer’s block? It is the inability to put down your idea or thought on paper.

This condition happens to us writers at any time. Writer’s block is not exclusive to new writers; it is a situation that can affect veteran writers as well.

So what causes the block to begin with? There can be many reasons.

Timing: Your idea may still need to develop further.

Fear: Many writers struggle with the anxiety of putting their ideas (and themselves) for everyone to see and critique.

Perfectionism: The writer believes the story must be perfect when placing the first word on the page. This idea causes the writer to wait for the “perfect” moment that will never come.

If you catch the writers block virus. Take an extra large dose of JUST WRITE pill, mix it with DETERMINATION and DESIRE. You will write and spread your message like petrol on fire.

Celeste Alexander

There is lots of good advice to deal with writer’s block:

Go for a walk. Eliminate distractions. Sip some coffee. Listen to music. Change your environment. Play with LEGOS!

Most importantly, do not stress! Rest your brain a bit and be recharged.

A great way to break writer’s block is to practice free writing. This exercise lets you write quickly without worrying about form or grammar. You can amaze yourself with the results.

Always remember that writer’s block is only temporary. It will never be a measure of your quality as a writer. Remember, you have the power to break away from it.