I was going to write something really interesting, but I couldn't think of what to say!
Writer's block.
It hits every blogger from time to time.
So what do you do to overcome and push through?
I've got some ideas. check out the video below to see what I think.
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April 14, 2008 04:50 PM
Wow Joel, you are right on again. I get struck with writers block often. Since I'm not a great writer there are probably people that think it is a blessing. :) For sure, for sure!
I watch the blue birds in my back yard or play with Alex the D. O. G. (I have to write in code because he thinks he is our son and he is always reading over my shoulder)
Thanks.
April 15, 2008 07:00 AM
My powerful Zerg Overmind can drive away my writer's block and...well, it can also make me forget all about blogging! Hehehee...Oooopps! Pls don't tell Sir Dan N.!
April 15, 2008 07:35 AM
Hi Joel,
I don't know why it took me so long to come around to your blog. No, I haven't been living under a rock. I know who you are,man.
Absolute spot on advice. I can't tell you how many blog posts I've scrapped before publication because I forced myself to write and they sucked.
Getting away is the best way.
I think another helpful strategy is to buy yourself some time by writing more than one blog post when you're in the zone so you don't have to push as hard when you can't think of ANYTHING.
Thanks for all your excellent content.
Best,
Jeff
April 15, 2008 08:51 AM
Hi Joel,
I love play games too to overcome that writer's block. I played Age of Empires and The Rise of Nations.
But sometimes, when you lost in the game, things became worse! :(
That's why I usually chose the "Moderate" level. Not the "Hardest". So, I can still win and have a pretty good mood afterward. :) :D
April 15, 2008 09:03 AM
Hey Joel!
This works very well!
My favorite strategy is to go to youtube and watch funny videos or inspirational videos and then I'll get tons of ideas!
How wonderful is that?! Hope this helps!
To CANI,
SaiF
The World's First Teen
Personal Development Video Blogger
April 15, 2008 09:28 AM
Go C&C: Red Alert 2! LOL
April 15, 2008 10:34 AM
Hi Joel,
I don't know what happen ? This is the 1st time that I can't view your video. I refreshed, checked the flash & tried RealPlayer but there's no video to view.
Thanks.
Frankie
April 15, 2008 12:30 PM
Hey Joel,
What happens if your not a writer at all???? I'm working 3 jobs and want desperatly to start a home buisness. I'm trying to follow instructions on the emails you send out, but of course with lack of time and not being a writer, its going at a snails pace....HELP!
April 15, 2008 03:58 PM
Great post Joel. I found another domain for you...
WhoIsJoelComm.com lol
Thought you might find that funny.
April 17, 2008 08:26 PM
Hi Joel,
Great info, as usual. :) I use another solution though - I outsource writing altogether. With my ESL this is the only method that makes sense I think :)
Regards, Misha
April 28, 2008 07:29 AM
I agree with you when you say to choose a place that is comfortable with you to avoid writer's block. And i think clearing your mind is focusing yourself only with one thing...your topic for that time.
May 18, 2008 03:01 AM
My Mom is a writer and when she gets a writers block she goes and do something different, like read a book or take a short walk in the nature, holyday etc. Then when she gets into writing mode again she can stay up all night and just write as long as she can stay awake.