How to overcome blank page syndrome
Inspiration and creativity are essential elements for virtually any type of work, and it is essential that this remains the case. If there is no element of creativity in your job, then you will probably be made unemployed one day by a machine or computer program.
Blank page syndrome particularly affects writers lacking inspiration. However, it could reach the painter, the journalist, the composer or even the architect, in other words any individual whose work requires a degree of creativity or innovation.
While this is true for most jobs, writing is certainly a job where creativity and inspiration are particularly important; even more so if it’s fiction. This is why writer’s block is such a problem for writers. When they’re faced with a blank page and a deadline to turn in their first draft, how can they overcome this in order to create their masterpiece?
Even if you're not a writer, your job will likely involve a modicum of writing ability, whether it's writing a blurb for your website or writing a letter to a client. For this reason, it can be interesting for everyone to learn some techniques to overcome the lack of inspiration.
TECHNIQUES TO OVERCOME BLOCKAGES
One method to overcome blank page syndrome is to simply start writing. It could also mean that you had to write down everything that came to mind without worrying about how it turned out. In other words, it's better to have something on the page that could be improved upon later than to face a blank page.
And if you still can't write, even if what you're going to write is shaky, then you can write something different instead. Try writing an unimportant letter or email, or even a short story just for fun. You will then find that it will warm up your brain and words will start to emerge from your mind again.
OTHER PROBLEMS
But don't always blame your lack of inspiration. Blank page syndrome is a real phenomenon, indeed, but it also makes a very good scapegoat when you just don't know what to write or when you're just not in the mood. If you write fiction, for example, the reason you can't put your imagination into action may be because you find this chapter boring. Instead of forcing yourself to write it down, ask yourself how you could liven things up a little more. After all, if it's a chore for you to write, imagine what it's going to be like for your readers?
Likewise, you may be tired, your surroundings may distract you, or you may not be comfortable. Try to approach the problem from all possible angles, rather than just one, to put the odds in your favor!
