The 3 Step Cure to Writer’s Block

Do you ever find yourself staring at a computer screen with a sincere intention to write, only to leave with nothing done?

In college, I always felt that I wasn’t a “good” writer.

I would sit down at a computer for hours, write down a few words, and eventually backspace it all into oblivion.

I had diagnosed myself with writer’s block.

But the problem wasn’t me.

The problem was that I had no inspiration.

So how can you get inspired?

STEP 1— Change What You Consume

How do you become a healthier person?

Eat healthier foods.

How do you become a better writer?

Consume better content.

Here are a few examples:

• Don’t read news articles. Read Medium articles.
• Don’t scroll social media. Scroll timeless literature.
• Don’t watch short-form content. Watch quality documentaries.

By improving what you put in, you’ll improve what you put out.

STEP 2 — Write Down Your Thoughts

You have thoughts entering and exiting your mind at every moment. Some of our best epiphanies happen in the shower, sheltered from a world of stimulation.

What happens when we get out of the shower?

We forget those beautiful ideas.

Solution: Write Down Your Thoughts

Keep a journal. Use your Notes App. Write down ideas on your hands.

Just don’t lose those thoughts. Moments of inspiration can change your life.

STEP 3 — Designate a Note-Taking Location

I used to scatter my notes in all sorts of places. Phone apps, crumpled papers, journals, google docs. It was unorganized and overwhelming.

Keep a central location for your epiphanies, inspirations, and quotes.

When you feel uninspired, take a look at your designated note-taking location and the ideas will form naturally.

The most important thing — keep calm and write on…