Have you ever sat staring for hours at a blank page on your computer screen wondering what you should write?

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If you have, then chances are you are experiencing writer’s block. It is a condition where a writer cannot think of what to write and is unable to come up with any inspiration.

It is believed that writer’s block has been around for years and has affected many talented and world acclaimed authors.

What causes writer’s block?

In 1947, Edmund Bergler, a psychoanalyst claimed that it was a psychological problem caused by oral masochism, mothers that bottle-fed and unstable private love life (Wikipedia)

However, in the 1980’s and ’90s two other Psychologists, Jerome Singer and Michael Barrios, did extensive research with a diverse group of writers and found that the writer’s who were blocked were generally unhappy. Some of them had symptoms of depression, anxiety, procrastination, self-doubt, perfectionism, feelings of helplessness, loneliness and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

These writers with underlying psychological problems will need therapy that suits their underlying needs.

Personally, I experienced writer’s block when I have a dilemma that I am trying to solve. The problem usually consumed my mind thus removing creativity and inspiration.

Solving writer’s block

1. Whenever I lack the motivation to write, I spent some quality time reading my Bible for comfort and strength. I realized that when you constantly give, you will become empty so you need the Lord to refill you by pouring His Word into your life.
2. Drinking a cup of freshly picked mint tea helps to relax my nerve and allows me to think clearly.
   

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3. Taking a leisurely walk in the park or in the countryside where you can enjoy nature’s natural bounty will definitely boost your self-confidence.
4. Reading a book preferably something similar to the project that you are working on will help to inspire you.
5. Working on another hobby apart from writing. For example, singing, sewing or crafting. For me, sewing with my hands is quite relaxing.
6. Group discussion among other writers and brainstorming ideas can help to inspire you.
7. Encouragements. Nothing beats an encouraging word from your friends or loved ones. Most of the time they will motivate you to get back around the computer and write something. Anything!
8. Overcoming fear and anxiety. Fear will paralyze you. If you are fearful that your book will not sell or your writing is poor then this will cripple your creativity. Release the fear and write!

Have you ever had writer’s block?

If yes, how do you overcome it?

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Thank you for reading!

References

Newyorker.com

Wikipedia

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Beverley has been serving the Lord since she was a child. At an early age, she recognized that God had a special plan for her life, but it was not until in her adulthood that she surrendered her total life to God and accepted the mandate that God placed on her life. The Lord called her into His Kingdom to be an encourager, intercessor, teacher, scribe, priest, and to proclaim the Word of God. Since then, Beverly has established a blog to teach us to become the oil and wine. The oil and wine are purified and mature products, which is the advanced level that the Lord expected of us. In 2017, Beverley published her first book, Harm Not The Oil And Wine. In it, she described her trials and how God helped her to overcome them, and to live more victoriously. The book also exposed the enemy of our souls with detailed information about his past defeats and future extinction. Wright spents most of her time studying the Bible to know the truth of God’s Word. She believes that only God’s truth can expose the deception of the enemy, and uproot and tear down spiritual strongholds. You can learn more about Beverley’s life and testimony on her website becomingtheoilandwine.com. You can also find her on Facebook and Google+ under the name of her blog, and on Twitter as @Theoilandwine. View all posts by Beverley