Writer's Blockade: 8 Ways for Writers, Copywriters & Content Creators to Cope With Isolation

Writers - be it copywriters, prose writers, nonfiction writers, or whatever - can get inspired from the most mundane thing. We can literally jump out of bed in the middle of the night with a sudden idea that struck us in the middle of our slumber, while scaring the heck out of our spouses. So yes, it's fun to "let loose" sometimes and put some things on the side. But as a writer, you're itching to do some writing. You want to write. As a writer, one of the ways of getting inspiration is simply going out for a walk in the park, glancing at the clouds, the beach, the city skyscrapers. Now, we don't just all have writer's block - we have writer's blockade. So, how can we deal with it?

1. Refresh yourself on the good stuff:

The Internet is a fantastic resource for high-quality reading material. Be it famous literary works, classic advertising in all formats or essays/books by experts.

2. Be up to date only on what's necessary:

Yes, there can be something as information overload, and in this case, news overload is not good, not for yourself - not for your well-being or productivity.

3. Write every day:

Not just a journal. Start simply with "once upon a time" and go from there. Go nuts. No rules.

For example:

"Once upon a time, I woke up and discovered I went to sleep with the expensive pair of pants I was saving for today's important meeting. There were ketchup stains all over."

4. Interact with other writers:

See what they're up to - it's comforting to know that you're not the only one climbing up the wall! And, you never know where you could pick up a few new tips not just for your sanity, but to improve your writing.

5. Upgrade your craft:

Whether a professional content creator or creative writer, there's plenty of writing resources out there, such as copyblogger, Content Marketing Institute, Ann Handley's website, Writer's Digest, to name a few, and if that's enough, there's a pretty comprehensive list here.

6. Exercise:

Because it's not just good for your physical well-being, but also your mental well-being as well. Meditation or Tai-Chi is also a good way to soothe one's nerves.

7. Get inspired:

Take advantage of the technological tools at your disposal: Some of the world's coolest museums, Google Earth, YouTube, etc. Not only does it offer an opportunity (albeit virtual) to escape the confines of your living room, but it also offers tools for research on your next writing project.

8. Laugh!

Not for naught it's said that "laughter is the best medicine." So, whether alone or with your family, read, watch or act something funny to put a smile on your faces. There's plenty of classic funny movies online.

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