“The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping from old ones.” – John Maynard Keynes
Sometimes, getting out of a creative block requires escaping from the gravitational pull of old ideas, other times it might require diving into them to get re-inspired. Below, we’ve shared a variety of perspectives, insights and advice on how to overcome creative blocks.
Siladityaa Sharma
Overcoming creativity blocks can be challenging, but I’ve found a few techniques that work well for me. Firstly, I take a break and do something completely unrelated to the task. This could be as simple as listening to music, making coffee, or cooking a snack. Read more>>
Alexis Williams
I paced myself. When I first started writing my book I had writers block all the time and I wasn’t sure where it was coming from nor how to tackle it. Whenever I started writing and I got stuck I stopped writing for the rest of the day to recharge my mind. Never force yourself to write. Take your time, take breaks, and go back to writing when you feel ready. Read more>>
Scott Fitzpatrick
I’ve found that the best cure for any sort of creative block, is to always explore another medium and allow yourself to be free in a different space. For example, a lot of times when I feel stuck writing music, I will go somewhere in town and explore my photography in a new space. Letting my mind focus on a creative task that’s not “the problem” will often loosen my perspective a little and will help the solution come to me. Read more>>
Chloe Capeles
It’s very easy to find your self repeating the same things or just simply cannot think of new ideas. We have to remember that inspiration is all around us. Social media helps a ton to get fresh ideas. Sometimes taking something that has nothing to do with your field and taking inspiration from it can be the trick! Read more>>
Phil Cooke
Many years ago, I learned that “creative” or “writing” blocks happen because we start a project too soon. I don’t even start working on a project until I see the deadline rushing up in the distance. I do research, think about it, reflect on it, and literally do anything but actually start to write. I just let all those ideas churn around inside until I can’t hold them back any longer. Read more>>
Alexandra Peterson
I force myself to create constantly. Even if it’s bad. I find that even if I create even when I am unmotivated to or don’t feel like it, I eventually will create something I like which will motivate me to keep doing it. I have been trying to make myself set aside 30 minutes each day to do something creative, and although I am not always consistent, it has helped to make this goal for myself each day. Read more>>
Susan Platt
“Creativity Blocks” are a common issue among creatives, like me. As a photographer, I have encountered many “Creativity Blocks” throughout my 30+ years of photographing. I have found that keeping creativity alive is crucial for continuous growth and innovation. Here are some strategies that I use to help nurture and maintain creativity. Read more>>
