Re: Writer's Block

Hey, Shaunie, I just read your post bemoaning writer's block and figured I'd share some things that have worked for me in the past. When I'm stuck in a rut, writing-wise, there are a few things that always seem to work.

First, vigorous exercise is often a good way to get rid of those mental blocks and get the words flowing again. If exercise fails, a little liquor can sometimes do the trick. You don't need to drink much before your inhibitions will begin to ease. Even if what you write while drunk isn't that eloquent, you can always edit it the next morning when sober. The point is to get the words flowing. Another method is to read some good poetry and get inspired by what other poet's are saying. Break out some of our texts from class and read a little to see if something strikes you as poignant.

You can also change the way you approach poetry. Try starting a short story and then cutting down the lines into a more poetic form. Hope some of these help.