ext_58893 ([identity profile] ataratah.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] indeedsir_backup 2010-02-07 11:37 pm (UTC)

Oh man, writer's block is practically my middle name.

I've found that thinking about what you're going to write when you're not near the computer helps - so, think about the next scene when you're washing the dishes, or on your lunch break, etc. There are certain times of the day when your imagination is more "on" - even if that's not a good time to write, if you know when that time is, you can start doing some pre-writing thinking. For me, thinking about stories in the shower or bath is a 99% effective way to get something started. There's something about the bathroom. Weird, but true. Basically, if you are thinking about the story all day, when it comes time to write, everything will be a little easier.

Also, fstohell is totally right about having a consistent writing time every day. I hate having schedules and routines, so I really fought this idea when I first heard it. But, it works.

Anyway, these are all things I've tried - hope they help.

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