how to overcome writer's block
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Tips to overcome writer's block so you can get back to writing and get words down on the page.TRANSCRIPT
HOW TO OVERCOME
WRITER’S BLOCK
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Dump. Set a timer for 5-10 minutes and just write out everything and anything that comes to mind without worrying about editing or grammar.® 2014 Text and Academic Authors
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Revisit the project regularly (daily) in small segments of time.
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Keep a notebook or index cards handy to write down ideas and use these to prompt writing.
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Edit previous work.
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Rewrite a chapter or outline ahead.
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Do a “brain drain,” write a stream of consciousness flow with all the reasons you can’t write today.
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Set a time and place that is writing time.
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Move your body. Go for a run, do yoga, grab your bicycle. Let your mind relax.
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You don’t need to write chronologically. Start where you feel most comfortable–where you have the most data–where you feel inspired. ® 2014 Text and Academic Authors
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Make a writing date. Join a writing group. Writing can be lonely and boring. But it can help to have support.
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As Peter Elbow says, “Write when you are not in the mood”. Just sit down and do it.
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