How to snap out of a writing funk

Typing words onto a page isn’t a terrible way to earn a living.

It does come with occupational hazards, however. If you don’t take time to rejuvenate yourself, that drive to be creative every single working day of your life can drain you faster than a vampire on a bender.

There are other obstacles, too. Namely, “writer’s block,” which takes many forms. Perhaps the most pernicious and difficult version to defeat is the dreaded “writing funk.” You’ve likely experienced this condition at some point during the pandemic. Symptoms include:

If you’ve experienced any or all of these symptoms, don’t fret. There is hope! Try these tips to reignite your creative spark and snap out of that writing funk:

1. Get permission to pursue a passion project.

Writing funks are often cumulative. The days, weeks, months and years of ticking boxes and completing mundane assignments for other people can build up like sediment, smothering your creativity.

When was the last time you pursued and prioritized something you were legitimately passionate about? It doesn’t have to be a story, per se. There are multitudes of benefits to be had from working on anything that floats your boat.