Writer's Block

ATReads: Elevating Writers in the Digital Realm
In the ever-expanding landscape of social media, where platforms abound, finding the perfect space for writers to thrive is akin to discovering a literary oasis.
By Razib Paul2 years ago in Writers
You are not alone
Embracing Nature's Symphony: In the gentle solitude of any place, where only nature's sounds or the soft cadence of your breath exists, a conversation with the divine unfolds. It's a silent dialogue, transcending words, a communion that bridges beyond language. Here, you're not alone.
By MJ2 years ago in Writers
Shaping Realities: Exploring the Top Augmented Reality Companies
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, Augmented Reality (AR) has emerged as a transformative force, blending the digital and physical realms to create immersive experiences. The driving force behind the magic of AR lies in the innovative work of companies dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. In this exploration, we'll delve into the dynamic world of Augmented Reality and highlight the top AR companies that are shaping the future of interactive and augmented experiences.
By Lucas Wong2 years ago in Writers
Failing forward as a writer
When I started working as a system-engineer, I quite didn’t get that failure is a part of the process. I lived each mistake as a personal flaw, to the very obvious consequences. Mini screw-ups would annoy me and chip my self-esteem, while the occasional, once every two-years major screw-up led to anxiety spikes.
By M.2 years ago in Writers
An Author's Intervention
Everyone tells stories. It's part of being human. But some of us feel called to share our stories with the world, wondering if we might earn a living writing. If you're one of these types, I warn you, friend, once others learn about your aspirations, they will pepper you with endless questions about how your writing is going until inevitably someone asks the evil, boss-monster of all questions, "Have you published anything yet?"
By MatthewKusza2 years ago in Writers
The Power of Prompts
Introduction The blank page is a canvas of endless possibilities, waiting for a writer to paint a picture with words: a doodle, a masterpiece, or something in between. There are so many possibilities, that the most seasoned creative writer can be intimidated by the blank page.
By Randy Baker2 years ago in Writers
7 Tips and Games for Battling Writer's Block
OK, it's time to sit down at the computer or your pad of paper and create a masterpiece. Right? Not that easy! I used to get stuck on the idea of creating incredible artwork every single day. Then, a day would come when I painted awful. Frustration would tug at me, and I would think I had lost my creative talent.
By Daphsam2 years ago in Writers
A Squall
I’ve come to understand writer’s block as a spectrum of experience. I haven’t done much research on the matter unless you count gathering anecdotal evidence of what people experience when they experience “writer’s block” as sufficient research. Despite knowing plenty of literature on the subject exists, I’ve come to this conclusion of an existing spectrum through conversation. My previously developed thought seems reinforced by the fact that several writers on this platform have articulated their unique take on it for the #200 challenge; no two definitions I’ve seen are the same.
By kp2 years ago in Writers
Learn to Love Writing
September 2021: I became officially, unequivocally, a full-time professional writer. My rolling admin contract with the university I had been working at finally had an end date stamped onto it. That pretty much took the decision out of my hands. I would just let that day come and go, and when it came and went, I would be a full-time professional copywriter, because I literally had nothing else!
By James Dorman2 years ago in Writers
vocal bliss
As the new year approaches, there is always a significant push to pick ourselves apart, see where we can make personal improvements, set goals, and decide how to completely change our lives to become even better versions of ourselves. Although I feel the excitement around the impulse of making changes, improving, and setting goals, I’m not one to set my lofty resolutions during the frigid winter months. I’m in hibernation mode, and if it doesn't include a sweater, slippers, and tea, I’m probably not going.
By Kristen Balyeat2 years ago in Writers
My Year of Rebecoming. Second Place in #200 Challenge.
The conversation, when it's not about weather, or real estate, is Are you writing? No one's writing. Everyone's in a funk, waiting for words.
By Jennifer A. G.2 years ago in Writers
I Don't Set Goals, I Make Plans
I don’t usually set goals. Goals can be missed, that’s why I have switched to selecting targets. Targets are things that cannot be missed. Or if they are missed, you are forced to ask the question of why you missed, how far off target you were, and what you can do to not miss the target again. This change in mindset is why I have switched to making plans. I realize that all may sound pretentious. However, this outlook has come from experience. It comes from what I learned both from playing sports and when I worked in sales. This mindset has taken over many aspects of my life. To the point that now when someone asks me about goals, I avoid using that word to describe something in the future. Looking at my life over the last few years, the occasions when I do use it is in the past tense. And most often my use of goal is to communicate what I did in simplest terms, as targets or plans can carry negative undertones. This is more due to the limitations of our language, and word association.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Writers