As bloggers, we've been in that particular situation, a time or two before, where our minds won't agree with us. Those instances when, despite how hard we try, the ability to create engaging stories and posts seems to be a bit more taxing than it should be. More likely than not, this isn't indicative of your quality as a writer, especially if you have been published several times in the past. If anything, this means that your creative juices have been drained and it's going to take a bit of time until you can gather your figurative resources once again.
In order to better prevent writer's block from happening while in the midst of blogging, here are 5 ways to ensure that your creative efforts remain effective.
Get outside more often
Let's be fair; as a blogger, how often do you go outside? Chances are that you are practically attached to your computer and while you may find comfort in this, the truth of the matter is that this might actually hinder the creative process on your part. While it may seem difficult, at least initially, take the time to go outside for an extended period of time. Not only will this allow you to get away from the computer, giving your eyes a break in the process, but your mind will have an opportunity to clear itself. Once you're able to attain that peace of mind away from the digital world, you can go back to writing, rejuvenated all the while. It's amazing to see what the outside air can do.
Watch a couple of movies
In order to get away from your writing, and help your brain relax, look through your collection of movies and get lost in a few of them. It is here that you will not be focused on creating strong blog posts. Instead, your mind will be set on the events of each movie, your level of investment growing as you become attached to certain characters and environments. However, who is to say that you won't be able to draw inspiration from these instances? According to any online marketing firm, a blogger may see a movie as more like a trigger that switches the proverbial mental light bulb on. It's in this scenario that you can get back to your computer with a fresh mindset.
Write somewhere else
Most writers are stationed at their desks, which is fine for the sake of finding peace and quiet. However, if you feel as though it's becoming more of a challenge to come up with creative ideas, maybe a change of scenery will prove useful. Perhaps you would like to sit down outside, with your laptop, and start writing with a brighter environment surrounding you. Perhaps you require a more bustling environment, like a diner, in order to attain a better understanding of how people act in social situations. If you get away from your desk, from time to time, you may be surprised by just how quickly inspiration can strike.
Try to recall personal experiences
If you read through a news story and blog based on said story alone, you may not have as much fun writing. At this point, you are not writing from your own standpoint. There's nothing inherently wrong with this but the most interesting part about blogging - compared to other forms of writing - is that you have carte blanche to speak about your own experiences and how they relate to every story that you focus on. For example, once Facebook reaches its 20th anniversary, it's possible that you can recall your first experiences on the site and how you've grown since then. In most cases, the weight of your blog is even greater when you can engage readers with more than the reported facts.
Remember that blogging should be for you
As someone who writes on a constant basis, usually with audiences of various sizes, it's easy for me to lose sight of what's truly important. Most bloggers may be able to agree. Just like any form of writing, blogging can be viewed as a means of escape, allowing artists to convey themselves in ways that they cannot do through words. While you can take suggestions from readers - and it's highly recommended that you do so - there's nothing wrong with putting your own thoughts into words in the same way that you go about blogging for others. Maybe you believe you don't need an audience at all for this, so you won't post. Just start writing and see what happens. You can't go wrong with a few minutes of free writing.
Author Bio:
Rob Sutter works as a content writer for an online marketing firm in Bohemia, NY. Apart from writing, he is an avid video game fan and professional wrestling enthusiast.
