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Tom Pendergast's avatar

I enjoyed this piece a lot. I’m of the “it’s a myth” school of thought. The advice that someone once gave me and that I repeat to whoever will listen is: barf it out. Revision will take care of the rest.

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Cindy Morson's avatar

I love the concept that "writer's block is a myth," as I always feel I am just prioritizing other things in life (as in your previous post on "Lack of time..."). I do agree with creative block like you said. As an artist, when I'm feeling writer's block/creative block, I clear my mind by stepping away (especially from comparison monster on social media) and stop thinking about what other people would like to see. If I create with other people's visions or what I think others want or what would sell, then I get stuck. When I explore my inner feelings, inspiration comes and I paint from there, then share it with the world if I want to. Some might say, with wild abandon ;) Thanks for the great articles, Graham, they always give me something to reflect upon!

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