Eight Ways to Beat Writer’s Block

1. Go on a Hike

Overcoming writer’s block is not just about being able to get work done, it’s about learning how to be creative and get it on paper.

Literally, I walk around it. To get my brain loose and more approachable, I'll go on long walks or trail runs. It might take several minutes or a few hours before I can start writing scenes in my head while I walk down the trail. Or get in the garden and pull those weeds and plant some seeds. I often write whole articles in my head while I am enjoying some exercise and sunshine.

2. Write It Out!

Working on a non-related writing project is what you can do to solve writer's block. Even if you’re only doing research or editing, diverting your attention to something else will often restart your creative process. The block will disappear when you return to your original project.

At the beginning at Wealthy Affiliate, I was uncomfortable writing 300 words in a blog here but I did it, and slowly that grew. I remember thinking I would never be able to write more than 1000-word articles and now I write 2000-word articles. So, give yourself time to grow.

3. Write Something

Create an appointment to return to it and then write something down. Write about an event that happened to you as a child, the way you would tell it. Write something that you wouldn't let anyone read and then delete it. Talk to yourself. Pretend that you are interviewing yourself and write it down.