Let’s first note that I am not saying inspiration is bad. Inspiration is a great thing, often the best thing a writer could hope for. So what I’m addressing today is what happens when you don’t have inspiration.
We have all said these words, at least in our heads: “I’m just not feeling inspired today, so maybe I won’t write.” (Don’t deny it.)
The problem is, sometimes we get so into the ease of writing when we’re inspired that it becomes really difficult to write when we’re not. But you can’t just continue to wait for inspiration – you could be waiting forever! Plus, often what creates inspiration in the first place is working on a piece, getting to know it, and finding out what it needs.
How are you ever going to be inspired to finish something if you never look at it?
Honestly, beginning to write without inspiration is just getting used to hard work (the hard work that is writing, revising, and trying not to throw your laptop in frustration) – and what is writing without hard work?
Oh god I think your post has just given me the kick up the arse that I need. I am forever acting like a tortured artist, wondering ‘when the words will simply flow’. I suppose making active efforts to get inspired can be helpful? Like reading more blogs/news, going to more places.
I’m glad I could help! And yeah, I’ve always tried to do things that might help make writing easier, even if I’m not writing. Your ideas sound great 🙂 It definitely requires a conscious effort, but it makes a difference!