The Three Types of Writers Block & How to Combat Them
Writer's Block Instant Cure
Overcoming Writer's Block
Many times, the ideas are there but the execution of sentence formation is daunting. Instead of going for perfectly formed sentences, try doing a free write. Write down all your ideas and just let the sentences flow out with no pressure.
Talking about your paper to a friend, classmate, graduate student instructor, professor, etc. can help you gain a better understanding of what you want to write about. Talking about your topic can spark further ideas on how to go about writing your paper.
Map out what the topic of your paper. Diagram main ideas, supporting evidence, quotes, and sources you would like to include in your paper. Once mapped, you have a diagram to follow and can begin writing your paper.
If you have spent hours writing and find yourself unable to to think of how to further develop your paper, take a break and come back to it. You can take a short or long break. Sleep on it if you have to. Come back to your paper with a fresh pair of eyes and a revitalized brain.
Whether that be drawing, writing poetry, creating crafts, etc. Do something that allows your creative juices to continue flowing. The goal is to maintain your creativity active so that when you come back to your paper, you can transfer it over to your writing.
Go for a walk, run, circuit train, hike, play a sport, practice martial arts, do yoga etc. Working out or participating in an outdoor activity not only helps relieve stress but is great for clearing the mind.
Websites
Check out these websites for helpful ideas and fun exercises to get your creative juices flowing.
|
Park University Library 8700 NW River Park Drive, Box 61 - Parkville, MO - 64152 |
Phone: (816) 584-6285Toll-free: (800) 270-4347 |