Before you dive into choosing specific strategies for creative blocks, keep in mind that there are two kinds — those that focus on inner shifts (mindset) and those that involve productivity (tactical).

Mindset strategies deal with the psychological aspects of writing by tackling inner barriers like limiting beliefs and impostor syndrome.

They help reframe negative thoughts, address subconscious blocks, and shift perspectives for an enhanced approach to creative work.

Affirmations
Mindfulness
Visualization
Proprioceptive writing
Reframing negative thoughts
Meditation (including walking or guided meditations)

Mindset strategies are more abstract and can take longer to yield visible results, but they target the deeper root causes of creative blocks.

Tactical strategies are deliberate routines that can help you move past surface-level blocks.

They improve productivity, instill discipline, generate momentum, and create structure for creative work.

Outlining
Writing every day
Word count goals
Timed writing sessions
Scheduled writing times
Accountability partners

These are the practical tips and techniques that often yield immediate, if sometimes temporary, results. They work best when integrated into a larger, strategic framework for overcoming creative blocks.

Whenever you see anyone posting a tip or a “hack” for writer’s block/ creative blocks, ask yourself:

Is this a mindset-related strategy or is it tactical?
and does it address the sources of my creative blocks?

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