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8 Tips in Battling Writer's Block

There is no secret formula in writing. However, writer's block is probably one of the worst enemies of every writer. It's inevitable. It happens to every writer. But how a writer deals with it is what really matters.

Here are some tips that I found helpful in battling with writer's block:

First, step away from your laptop or computer and do other things that could clear your mind from your previous activities.

Second, drink enough water to hydrate every cell in your body, particularly your brain cells which you use principally in writing.

Third, exercise regularly. This helps in providing a good blood circulation and increasing endogenous opioid peptides in your body that could elevate your mood and gives you drive in writing again.

Fourth, have a good diet. The food we eat affect our way of thinking. Eating foods that could boost serotonin levels, a happy hormone, can contribute to the feeling of wellness and well-being. This can help improve your way of thinking and help return your drive in writing again.

Fifth, go to places or do things that can induce your passion in writing. Example of this is going to museums or malls which can give you hint or ideas that could be helpful in the storyline that you are creating. If your protagonist, say for example, is an artist, roaming through a museum can give you some pointers to enhance the character as an artist.

Sixth, have a good and productive conversation or interaction with people, who can help you re-ignite your urge in writing.

Seventh, entertain yourself or hang out with friends. You need to break the monotony, sometimes.

Eight, get back to writing and be contented with what you have finished. Avoid being a perfectionist. This will just sidetrack you to focusing on the betterment of the story rather than finishing it. Remember, there are editors and proofreaders who can do the corrections for you.

I hope these tips help. Sit down now, believe in yourself, and start writing... and you will be surprised of what you can do in the end.


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