Writing Tips

8 Things I Do To Get Creative When I Don’t Feel Like Writing

Activities that can help trigger the writing spark

My daughter and our dog are reading. She allows the photo to be published. Taken by the author.

I’ve managed to write a story every day for the past 20 days. Hurray! 🎉

Even so, I’m struggling to get started writing. I’m still the queen of procrastination.

This is what I do, to fill up with creative input. And wait for a) inspiration or b) the pressure of time to get over me.

8 things I do to get creative

#1. Reading

I’ve been reading a big pile of books lately. Books provide good research for stories. Reading helps me write better.

#2. Thinking

I think about life, what I want to do, and topics for my stories.

#3. Listen to a podcast episode

A great podcast episode can be educational, entertaining, and inspiring.

#4. Go for a walk

I’m letting my mind wander and take in new impressions.

#5. Taking pictures for future stories