Writer's Advice

[TearsoftheWorld]

Listening to music definitely helps. FM mentioned carrying a notepad and pen/pencil... combine listening to music and scribbling in a notebook and things start coming together like you wouldn't believe.

It doesn't have to be about anything in particular... could be a bunch of squiggly lines.

But you might find enough inspiration there to take the hammer and bust up that damn block.

 

[adamzapple]

Just thinking about this, Hello Shy, do you think you might be bored by what you're trying to write??

It may be it's not challenging or satisfying enough for you any longer... ? Just a thought. It's what happened to me, actually is still happening a little.

Maybe a different genre would help? A fresh start in a new direction, something, something. I don't know.

I'll shut up now

 

[DarkEmpress]

I am actually struggling through a bad bout of writer's block at the moment and it's not pretty.

I can only echo what people have said before me. One major aspect that has an effect on me is what is happening in real life. If it's been a hectic week with non-stop pressure, my writing does a downward spiral.

I think my solution is a little warped though. If I can't write anything in real life I start writing on Lit because it's fun writing. So if you see me posting a truckload in a week, you can bet I'm hating the press release I have to write

I try and take my mind completely off it. Writing is a creative thing and I find that if you go and do something else, completely unrelated, that is still creative; it will spur the writing aspect. Play music, bake a cake, do some gardening, paint. Anything creative other than writing. When I sit back down at my desk: voila! An idea It's about texture, colour, feeling something between your fingers, listening to the wind rustling through the trees ... now go write it.

/wanders off to go find something creative to do

 

[MsAphrodite]

I agree with much of what has been written.

Dont stress, go with the flow and it will pass.

I was in writers block when I arrived on Lit, Yeishia asked me to do Vassal at first I said. "No Way I'm blocked." She said "I need a real life Domme, jump in try, write anything. I need a writer." Then she pulled out the fuckin friend card.

I did just that, jumped in and simply wrote.

Now my block is gone and I have picked up a couple of threads with a supportive co writer.

If you write with people you trust they will help nurture you through your block.

I would advise that you choose one thread to start and work it through with your co writer.

In my opinion to totally stop writing is certain death to your creativity. I found that out the hard way.

Good Luck!

 

[ScifiFangirl]

And, of course: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VvgspV2fcI

 

[yeishia]

We have spoken Shy *wraps her arms around you* You know how very much your writing inspires me to try and improve mine.

 

[ShyMystica]

Sorry guys, I didn't mean to not reply. I finally have some headspace to respond.

ScifiFangirl: free-writing sounds like a great idea. I suppose some part of me is afraid of the words that will be put on paper...if that makes sense. But it is a good exercise to get into the habit of. So once I found my confidence I will definitely be taking this one up. Thank you

Ahren: You are very right; we are all our own worst critics...I suppose it all comes down to perfectionism for me. It is something I need to conquer to find joy in writing again. Thank you for your opinion

TearsoftheWorld: Ahhh...yes...music. How could I have forgotten that? I also found looking at art was a great source of inspiration. Excellent suggestion, thank you And yes...if this block doesn't fall soon, I know several people who will be hammering at me with hammers. lol.

adamzapple: No shutting up I like your opinions, so don't be shy to voice them. Hmmmm...I could be bored, maybe. I am not sure. That is why starting something new does sound appealing. But I don't wish to start something new when I have stories that I love still in progress. *laughs at herself* An odd thought pattern, I know. But it is something to think about, so thank you for voicing your thoughts. It is good to see you writing here too, I am sorry our story didn't work out

DarkEmpress: To be honest, I would never have thought you were struggling through a writer's block. I am in love with your story with Veroe...I adore your writing. Doing something creative that isn't writing though is another great idea. I just started growing herbs which I love! So hopefully something will start to form if I spread my creative attention elsewhere. Thank you for the advice and I wish you the best of luck with your block. You have many fans here, so know that you are an amazing talent.

MsAphrodite: Go with the flow....easy breezy...yes, I need to get back to that place again. It is funny though, you start stressing that you can't write and the relaxation you used to find in it disappears. *laughs softly* Well, Yeishia can be very persuasive...so I am glad you had her pushing you through your block. That is the making of a true friend. But you are right; I need to find co-writers I trust, but my struggle is finding ones that I am not intimidated so much that I run into a darkened corner and hide from fear. It is almost paralysing at the moment...but I do have good friends trying to help me through. So I am thankful for that.

yeishia: Thank you sweetness. I really have no words to respond to your kind words...all except a deep thank you. *hugs tightly* You are a great friend. I am also happy to see Vassal up again! How does it feel?

Thank you again guys for all your words, ideas and discussions. I have taken them all on board, and hopefully I will be back to writing soon. Fingers crossed!

*hugs everyone tightly*