When Life Blocks Your Words, Punch Back with Poetry

Have you ever felt like life just steals your creativity? That’s been me lately. Bills stacking up, endless work calls, family stuff, and somehow, my brain just… shuts down. The words I used to love pouring out now feel stuck, like they’re trapped behind an invisible wall.

Writing used to be my escape. I’d sit down and the ideas would flow like a river. But now, with deadlines and pressure, it feels like trying to swim through molasses. Writer’s block? Nah — I call it a “writer’s cock-block.” It’s rude, it’s frustrating, and I don’t want it anywhere near my life.

Then something changed. A friend sent me a simple challenge: write a poem in 10 minutes. No editing, no overthinking—just raw, quick words. At first, I was skeptical. But I gave it a shot. And guess what? The words came rushing back.

That tiny poetry “punch” broke down my block and sparked my creativity again. It was messy, fast, and imperfect—and that’s what made it magic.

So, I decided to keep it going. A whole week of quick poetry punches. No pressure, no perfection, just writing for the joy of it.

If you’re feeling stuck too, maybe this is what you need. Set a timer. Write fast. Don’t judge. Let your words punch through the chaos.

Because sometimes, when life blocks your words, the best thing you can do is punch back.