Writing Tips-It’s Okay To Stop Writing If You Get Stuck

by deannatroupe

I hear this from writing experts all the time, “If you get stuck writing just write gibberish until you get something that makes sense.” That doesn’t work for me. What usually works for me is if I just stop and do something else. Maybe I’ll go for a walk or play a video game or talk to a friend. Usually giving my brain a rest helps me come up with fresh ideas.