Writer’s Block is something we all face. It is defined as when you are ready to write and for some reason you are unable to do so. It could happen at the beginning of a newsletter or ezine or happen halfway through. It feels like a block or a wall because no matter what you do, you cannot get past it. Writer’s Block is very difficult on the writer. It is as if the words are there, but they won’t come out. It is a very frustrating thing for writers but there are a few things you can do to get past it.


1. Get in the habit of writing down your thoughts on paper. Journaling can create opportunities to write about your hopes and dreams and anything in between. Journaling can give you time away from things that are pressing and give you an opportunity to release them. Once you are able to write about a variety of things, you will be able to decrease the number of distractions around you.
2. Frustration is a huge part of writer’s block. Typically when you sit down to write your newsletter or ezine, you are working on a deadline or at least a timetable for completion. It can be very frustrating to feel as if you will miss your goal. When feeling frustrated, step away from the project for a period of time and focus on other things. When you come back to your project, you will feel more relaxed and that will help you get past the block. You need your thoughts to flow freely through your mind and frustration does not allow that to happen.
3. Listen to soothing music or have some warm tea. Do whatever you find soothing for you. Relaxation is the best way to release writer’s block
4. Hire a ghostwriter to add an article to the newsletter or ezine. Sometimes seeing fresh work can stir the creative juices and get them flowing again.

Remember to incorporate a few days within your writing plan to allow for the potential of writer’s block. It may take a day or so to get back on track of your writing plan. When missing the goal is not an option, adding those days can be a lifesaver. The worst case scenario may be that you finish prior to your deadline by not having writings block. Either way, you will feel great about finishing your project on time.