It’s common for writers to struggle with writer’s block, and sometimes the cause of writer’s block is simply not knowing what to write about.

This can be especially frustrating if writing is your livelihood, your passion, or both. Fortunately, by using a simple 15-minute exercise, you can discover what you want to write about and open your mind to new ideas.

Step 1: Set the timer for 15 minutes

Set aside some time and make sure that you won’t be distracted. Put away your phone and other devices, and close the door to your office or writing space. Then, set the timer for 15 minutes and get ready to focus.

Step 2: Brainstorm about your interests

Think about all the things that you’re passionate about — things that really interest you. Don’t filter your ideas, just write them down as they come to you. Consider topics like your hobbies, your work, your travel experiences, an inspiring person, a life-changing event, or a pressing social issue. Nothing is too big or too small to include on your list.

Step 3: Consider your audience

Next, consider who your audience is. Are they general readers, or are you writing to a particular niche? What are their interests? Consider what topics would entice them to read your work, and what topics might not hold their interest. But also remember that you should enjoy what you write, so use this step more as a guideline than a cage.

Step 4: Ask yourself key questions

Ask yourself some fundamental questions to help reveal what you’re passionate about. What keeps you up at night? What would you be doing if money was no object? What would you share with the world if you had the power to do so? When you answer these questions, observe the patterns that emerge. Think about where these passions and ideas overlap. Also, think about what you cannot ignore. What issue needs attention? What passion will not subside? What challenges do you want to help fix?

Step 5: Keep an Idea Notebook

The ideas might not flow immediately during the brainstorming. However, don’t fret, as part of the process is to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions or ideas. Therefore, take out your notebook and jot down random thoughts, ideas, images/pictures, or prompts that may emerge.

Step 6: Choose a topic that stood out to you

Now that you’ve had time to think, review all your notes and lists with a fresh mind looking with a new perspective. Choose a topic that stood out to you, one that made you especially passionate or excited, or one that addressed a problem/challenge. A good marker of this is the topic that generated the most responses or notes.

The best part about this exercise is that it can be repeated as many times as you need to. The more often you do this exercise, the more ideas you are likely to come up with.

In conclusion, the 15-minute exercise is an excellent tool to help you discover what you want to write about. Follow these simple steps, trust in the process and allow your mind to be open. This exercise helps writers who are struggling with finding their focus and direction in the writing process. So next time you find writer’s block creeping up, just take 15 minutes and brainstorm. You’ll be surprised at how much inspiration and ideas come gushing out.

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4 responses to “Always Thinking On What To Write?”

  1. Great ideas, Garima. Thank you.

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  2. Yes Thanks will try it , again

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