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Mastering Writer’s Block, Overcoming Obstacles, And Defying Rejections
I used to be a regular writer on various subjects. There was a situation last year when I did not write a single word for a whole month. I thought that we take food daily. It has become a routine food habit. However, sometimes we do not feel like to take food. This may be due to indigestion or some other physical issues. I thought we require fast sometimes to regularize the internal system. Then I thought of reading literature on the subject or procrastinating. I came to know one of the hurdles of writers called ‘Writer’s block.’
Writer’s block is a common phenomenon experienced by writers, where they face a temporary or prolonged inability to produce new work or feel stuck in the creative process. It is often characterized by a lack of inspiration, motivation, or a sense of being mentally blocked.
This problem can manifest in different ways, such as:
Blank Page Syndrome
The writer struggles to start or continues writing due to a lack of ideas or an inability to find the right words.
Creative Stagnation
The writer’s creative flow is hindered, and they struggle to generate new ideas or develop existing ones.
Self-Doubt and Perfectionism
The writer experiences a fear of failure or an excessive desire for perfection, which hinders their progress and inhibits their creative expression.
1. Distractions and Procrastination
The writer may find themselves easily distracted or engage in avoidance behaviors instead of focusing on their writing.
The causes of writer’s block can vary and may include factors such as fear of criticism, pressure to meet expectations, burnout, lack of confidence, external distractions, or personal issues. It is important to note that writer’s block is a normal part of the creative process and can affect writers of all levels of experience. A few years back when I tried to write a couple of articles, one of my friends make a mockery and I stopped writing but the idea of…
