Writer's block is often misunderstood as a singular issue, but it encompasses various obstacles, including perfectionism and lack of confidence. Perfectionism can hinder progress, as many writers obsess over crafting perfect sentences rather than getting ideas down. Laura Vanderkam suggests a method of 'write fast, edit slow' to counteract this tendency. Moreover, fear of disappointing reception can make it challenging for established writers to produce new works. Overcoming these hurdles requires specific strategies, such as joining writing groups for motivation and actively avoiding distractions during writing time.
We all want our prose to sing, but it rarely does so in a first draft—or in a second or a third, for that matter.
It's so much easier to turn something into something better than to turn nothing into something.
Instead of thinking about writer's block as some monolithic entity, let's break it down into its components.
The key to productivity is to 'write fast, edit slow'—the exact opposite of what most people do.
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