Sometimes it seems like there’s no way out – it’s just too
hard, and your mind can’t find a way around the metaphorical wall inside your
brain. Thankfully, there are ways to push through Writer’s Block.
1. Free Writing
What is free writing? Free writing is when you pick a word
or an object, and write non-stop about said word or object for 3 to 5 minutes.
Just write whatever comes to mind. It doesn’t matter if you think it’s useless
or insignificant – just write. When you’re done, go back and read over what you’ve
written and circle anything that seems interesting – it could give you an idea
to work into your story, and hopefully a way to get out of Writer’s Block
Prison.
2. Read Through What
You’ve Already Written
The title says it all – read through what you’ve already
written. Who knows, maybe there will be something you’ve mentioned but haven’t
properly explained. Your character might be able to go back and discover or
reveal whatever it is you didn’t explain properly.
3. Go Exploring
Yes, exploring, you read that right. Get out, get away from
the computer, and go exploring. Live near a beach? Cool! You can always walk
along the beach looking for interesting things to give you your next brilliant
idea. Live near a forest or the woods? Awesome! Go for a walk, and keep an eye
out for anything out of place. Don’t live near either? That’s cool too! Just go
wandering the streets in your neighbourhood, keep your eyes peeled, and gather
ideas from the people around you.
4. Take Photos
Get out your camera and start snapping! Seriously, without
looking for anything interesting, just get snapping photos of the world around
you. Then upload them onto your computer or print them out and see if you can
find a pattern or a person that grabs your interest in the photos. Something so
insignificant might give you your next big plot point.
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