How to overcome writers block for bloggers

Staring at a blank page on your screen, and not a single word appears. Or what appears is rubbish, you delete it and go back to the blank screen without any inspiration to write something.
This happened to me many times. And it can be very frustrating, but inspiration doesn't come on demand.

A writer's block, or a blogger's block in our case, can drain our time and motivation. You dedicate time to writing, turn on your laptop, and 30 minutes later, there is still a blank screen. It is a very frustrating feeling, but it can be overcome.
I will give you eleven methods to beat that dreadful writer's block.

What is writer's block

I think everyone already has heard of writer's block.
It's the condition in which a writer (or blogger) is unable to produce new work. It's like no words are coming out of a pen or no new letter appearing on the screen when you type something.
This state can affect everyone who writes, from writers and novelists to bloggers. It has happened to me many times in the past, and it can be very frustrating. You want to write and feel in the right mood, but there is no output.

The most common reasons for this writer's (or blogger's) block are perfectionism, lack of ideas, psychological (stress, fear of judgment, etc.), distractions, etc.
But there is some good news: overcoming this writer's block can be easy, as you will see below.

11 Tips to overcome writer's block

1. Establish a routine

Having a regular writing routine can help condition your brain to be more productive at specific times. Dedicate some time each day or week for writing.

2. Have a content calendar

Sometimes, a writer's (or blogger's) block is about not knowing what to write.
When I started as a blogger, I often had this issue, wasting lots of time because I was in a good flow to write, but I had no idea what to write about.
Having a content calendar did solve this issue. A content calendar is a document where I keep all my ideas for future posts. If I have no idea what to write about, I check my content calendar and find lots of inspiration there.

3. Just write something

The idea is simple: just write something that comes up in your mind. Don't mind about grammar or structure in your writing. This might not produce any usable content, but consider it a draft that can always be edited later.
You often find nuggets of inspiration in the writings, hidden gems you can use later on in the final version of your post.

4. Start in the middle

The concept of this is that you write the main topic about what you want to write about in the middle of a page. Now, write down everything that comes to mind when thinking about this. These can be just words or snippets.
Seeing more and more things appear on your paper (or screen) can work as an inspiration.

5. Take some breaks

Sometimes, it just won't happen, you cannot force creativity or hope that suddenly inspiration will drop in.
The best thing you can do during such periods is take a break. Leave everything behind and do something completely different: do some household chores, let your dogs out, read a book, etc.
What always helps me is having a walk. Being outside with fresh, clean air clears my mind, so new ideas easily emerge.

6. Change location

A simple change in location might give you that creative sparkle back.
Instead of writing at your desk as you normally do, try going to a cafe, a park, or even a different room in your house. A new environment can break the monotony that might cause your writer's block and give you new perspectives.
For me, going to a local coffee shop helps a lot. Sitting down with a fresh cup of coffee and watching other people gives me the vibe that I need.

7. Have a deadline

This might not work for everybody, as some people feel paralyzed when a deadline approaches. They need the freedom (of time) to write without any time pressure, and having a deadline is the cause of blogger's block for them.
I sometimes need this deadline pressure to get things moving. I know I have to deliver new content every Tuesday and Friday; my readers are expecting this, and I don't want to disappoint them.

8. Read and research

If you run out of inspiration and have no idea what to write, visit other blogs, articles, or even social media related to the topic you are writing about.
This can give you new insights and inspiration. And it's also helpful to stay updated with things that are going on in your niche

9. Write something different

Instead of writing a long article about something, try writing in a different format.
Try to make a 'how to ...' out of it, or try writing in a different tone, or make it something more personal.
Just try something different. And this doesn't necessarily mean you have to use your laptop (or computer): try pen and paper, or even record what you are writing.
These are things that worked for me in the past.

10. Update older posts

A great way to keep yourself productive when you're out of inspiration is to update older posts.
This will keep all your posts up-to-date, and Google also loves updated content.
So, a win-win situation for you and your audience.

11. Talk to someone

Having a walk can free your mind and get you ready for writing; talking to someone does almost the same. Talking to someone can reset your mood or be the source of new ideas.
So, pick up the phone or go out and meet someone

What is writer's block
11 Tips to overcome writer's block