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When Writer’s Block Hits
A common but conquerable affliction
It’s funny how the creative juices flow. We’re often inspired when we’re least able to act on that inspiration. In fact, in my life it seems I’m most often inspired during those times.
It’s kind of like wanting to get healthier . . . all the big plans sort themselves out in the wee hours of the night when we’re trying to fall asleep, but when we wake up fresh and ready to go the next day, the inspiration to make a healthy breakfast or to start the day off with a bike ride just sounds like too much effort.
There’s a pattern to when it strikes
I’ve found that I have a distinct correlation between when I need to write and when I’m able to write. If I have a need for a written piece that’s on a deadline, I’ll get it done, but I will most likely struggle through the actual writing process. The whole thing will take longer than it should, and I still may not be completely happy with the end product.
On the contrary, the ideas flow best when I’m nowhere near a keyboard. I’ll think of something I want to write about, but won’t be able to actually write it immediately because I’m either driving, somewhere I don’t have a phone or paper to jot the idea down . . . you get the picture.
