Summary

The article provides three writing hacks to overcome writer's block and ensure consistent writing output, even when motivation is low.

Abstract

The article addresses the common issue of writer's block by offering practical solutions to maintain productivity. It suggests that writers should avoid starting with a blank slate daily and instead adopt a writing system that includes working on two story drafts simultaneously or staying at the writing table until a draft is completed. The author emphasizes the importance of having a writing strategy that accommodates varying levels of energy and willpower. Additionally, a bonus hack is presented: writing as if no one will read the piece, which can liberate the writer and activate a sense of urgency, likened to writing before a parachute fails to open. The article concludes with a call to action for readers to support writers on Medium by subscribing for unlimited article access.

Opinions

The author believes that the pressure of not writing and the potential financial consequences can be alleviated by employing specific writing strategies.
It is the author's opinion that starting from scratch each day is an ineffective approach to writing.
The author posits that having a writing system in place can help writers publish consistently, regardless of their energy levels or willpower.
The article suggests that adopting a carefree attitude towards writing, as if no one will read the work, can enhance creativity and productivity.
The author uses an extreme metaphor of writing to avoid a parachute failure to illustrate the urgency and focus that can be beneficial in overcoming writer's block.
There is an underlying opinion that writer's block is a surmountable obstacle that can be overcome with the right mindset and techniques.
The author encourages readers to support the writing community on Medium by subscribing, which also benefits their own writing endeavors.

Writers Block?

3 Writing Hacks so you don’t go broke

Ever felt like you were going to starve because days of not writing started to stack up? Ugh. Awful right?

You can’t eat if you don’t write.

But let the panic subside, you can get back on track quickly.

Just remember, there is no way you can start with a blank slate every time you write. You have to have to start each day with some momentum.

Because starting from scratch each day just won’t work.

So I have a gift for you today —

Your New Writing Hack

You actually have choices, either will work wonders.

Option 1 — Write two stories drafts at the same time.

Option 2 — Never leave the writing table until you draft your next story.

Both options are part of a strategy that creates a writing system that allows you to publish when your willpower is weakest. That’s the key — plan a program that works whether your energy is high or low.

Bonus Hack

Try this extra trick — write an article with the idea that maybe not one person will read it. And you just don’t care.

I call it freestyle writing.

Pretend that you just jumped out of an airplane and you are way up there. But you have exactly 9 minutes to write an article or the parachute just won’t open.

Imagine the splatter on impact if you don’t get your draft done.

The vision works wonders.

Set your writing on autopilot.

Happy Weekend to everyone. Special shoutouts Ahlam Ben Saga Sreese Robin Nemesszeghy Art Bram WrittenMastery BichoDoMato

Oh, in case the worse things happen and your story flops, we got you covered with this article by Joanna Henderson

How to “Flip” a Failed Article and Make Money with It

I did it more than once, and I have two methods to share with you.

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