What to do when the words won't flow

Are you struggling to get words down on the page? Is stress, anxiety and everyday life getting in the way? Do you ever feel like you don't know what to write about? Like you've run out of ideas and inspiration?

These are common issue for writers, but they don't have to hold you back.

What do you want to say right now? Whether you're angry, upset, euphoric, boastful, or something else... The blank page can handle it. For so long, I've relied on writing as a form of self-care and believe in the power of writing to help you heal connect with your inner wisdom and answer your toughest issues.

If you're looking for a writing prompt to help you find your voice, check out these creative writing prompts. They are designed to get you thinking and writing about what's important to you.

Choose one (or more) of the writing prompts below and set a timer for ten minutes. Write whatever comes to mind, without stopping or censoring yourself. Let the words flow and see where they take you.

• Describe one thing about yourself that has changed as a result of the pandemic.
• What are three things you're grateful for today?
• Fill in the blank: This time last year ____________.
• If you could wave a magic wand over your life, what would you do?
• What's been on your mind lately? Why is it important to you?
• Write about a time when you felt really proud of yourself.
• Describe a place that makes you feel happy, safe and at peace.
• What’s one thing you’d like to say that you haven’t?
• Fill in the blank: I’m nervous to admit this, but ____________.

Whether you do it yourself, or use these prompts or something else, daily journaling can help your mental, emotional, and creative wellbeing in a big way. It's also one of the most accessible means of self-expression ever created. It's portable, cheap to maintain, and helps you get rid of unwanted thoughts so you can hear your inner voice more clearly.

Give it a try and see how you feel after writing for just ten minutes a day. I think you'll be surprised at how quickly your writing improves and how good it feels to get your thoughts down on the page.