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Tips to Jumpstart Your Writing

Suzan L. Wiener

How To Avoid Writer’s Block

Are you worried about not having anything to write? Do you fret about getting that dreaded writer’s block when you stare at a blank piece of paper? You don’t have to. Here is what you can do to prevent that from happening.

When you are geared up and have lots of thoughts in your head, write them down on pieces of paper. Then, if you don’t feel like following up on them right away, just keep the idea papers in folders until you want to pursue them. Label each one in such a way that you will easily remember what the idea was. This way, you will always be able to reach into your folders and come out with something you can use - and start writing again.

I also find it a good idea to carry a small journal and pen to write down ideas I think of during the day. Each time I have more to write, I can look at what I wrote previously, and proceed from there. I can write in leisure, without any stress. I also find my words flow much more freely.

I know this works because I have done it many times. It is a wonderful tool for keeping those juices flowing when all else seems to fail. It will keep your confidence high, too, because you are not afraid of that empty page. You can enjoy what you are doing and be productive instead of stagnant.

This simple method has given me many acceptances I might not otherwise have received. Try it, you will be glad you did.


About the Author
Suzan L. Wiener has had numerous articles, poems, stories, and fillers published in a variety of publications such as Canadian Writer's Journal, Verses, Impetus, Poetry Press, MetroSeven (Australia) and The Writer's E-Zine. She is in the process of submitting her love poetry collection for publication.