When you can't write

Whatever the reason for your writer’s block, try these strategies.

1. If a project is stressing you, work on something else

Writers often block when they’re trying to start or complete a major project like a book. If this sounds like you, take some time off.

Or write something else. Taking a coffee break, then working on something else will shake you out of a mental rut.

Tip: even if you’re not suffering from writer’s block, it’s a good idea to work on several projects concurrently, so that you can switch projects when you’re stuck.

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