The Art of Overcoming Writer's Block (and other mental blocks)

Does this mental chatter sound familiar to you? If you find yourself struggling with writer's block, this could be the answer for you.

Many times the reason for a mental block is a mind with too much clutter and lack of consistent focus. We have so much going on these days, that when we have to sit down and force ourselves to write nothing comes out. We find our thoughts drifting. The following techniques are sure to snap your mind into focus and allow your creative writing juices to freely flow, and ultimately breaking you free from writers block! Woo Hoo!

1. Research - Before you start writing your article or book, take some time to read and research work from authors you enjoy and respect. Take note of the things you really like, and the writing style you wish to capture in your work.

2. Set a distraction free time - Schedule a time you would like to spend working on your project. Ensure you will have a distraction free, comfortable environment you feel great in.

3. Reflection Time - 15-30 minutes before you plan on starting your project, take some time and reflect on what the purpose of your article/book is. What are your visions, who are you trying to reach, what is your message? Think about these questions, and really get into a great energy and emotion regarding your work, and what you hope to accomplish.

4. Creating your work - When you are ready to write, find your comfortable distraction free work area. Write the old fashion way, pen and paper. You will find your thoughts will flow a lot easier as writing by hand allows your mind to continue to flow as you write. Often times, if we write directly on the computer, we are not only thinking about our story, but also paying attention to the computer and the program we are using. This prevents the creative natural flow you will find in writing by hand.

5. Type, Edit, Add - Finalize your work, and type it up. This is a great time to edit, or add more thoughts to your work.

The combination of research, reflection and no distractions will allow you to have full use of your relaxed, focused mind. You will find ideas and creativity will flow effortlessly. Instead of feeling frustration over not knowing what to write, you will feel joy in the discovery of a new quality of work you will received from placing yourself in the right environment. Your work will be a higher quality. You also will get more accomplished in less time, all by allowing yourself full focused, coupled with bringing a great energy to the table for your new creation.