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Louise Glück on writer's block

Subtle Maneuvers • 2673 implied HN points • 16 Oct 23

📚 Literature Writer's block Poetry

Louise Glück believes that endurance is key to creating good work.
The writing process involves yearning, failing, and living in your incapacity.
Sometimes it's important to let go of work that doesn't feel right and start anew.

Writing and living, and living and writing.

The Mind Nodes • 216 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24

📚 Literature Writing Writer's block Imagination Expression

Writer's block can cause doubts and challenges when trying to write coherently and creatively.
Accessing feelings and imagination are key components to creating meaningful and engaging writing.
Overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome can be part of the journey to finding one's voice as a writer.

To beat the empty page

The Leftovers • 59 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24

📚 Literature Writer's block Creativity Productivity Self-reflection

Writer's block may not really exist and could just be about trying to write the wrong thing at the wrong time.
Sometimes difficulties in writing can be attributed to starting from a wrong place rather than a complete inability to write.
To overcome 'writer's block,' it may require changing approach or perspective rather than waiting for inspiration.

How to Break Writer's Block as a Memoirist

The Recovering Academic • 296 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23

📚 Literature Writing Memoir Writer's block Self-reflection Creativity

Writer's block often stems from self-doubt rather than a lack of ideas.
Creating a timeline can help uncover memorable moments and spark ideas for personal essays.
Curiosity and exploring new angles can be the key to overcoming writer's block and crafting unique, engaging stories.

Getting over Writer's Block

Turnaround • 1 HN point • 27 Feb 24

📚 Literature Writer's block Psychology

Writer's block is not real, it's a mindset issue that can be overcome by taking action and confronting fears directly.
Changing your environment can help you overcome writer's block, as shifting perspective and finding the right setting can make a difference.
Experiment with different timings and environments to find what works best for you in terms of writing productivity.

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