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25+ Mantras: Pep Talks to Spark Creativity in Your Writing
For novelists, poets, screenwriters, journalists, and bloggers.
Writing exhilarates and challenges. Some days, the words flow like a river, and other days, it’s like trying to squeeze water from a stone.
Mantras help you push through writer’s block, stay motivated, and keep the creative juices flowing.
Let’s examine 25 mantras tailored for creative writers across five areas of the writing process.
5 Mantras to Get Started
“The first draft is just for me.”
Take the pressure off. No one needs to see your first draft but you. It’s okay if it’s messy, full of typos, or doesn’t make complete sense. Get your ideas down on screen or paper. Polish later.
“I write because I have something to say.”
We get caught up in doubts about our abilities. This reminds us why we started in the first place. You have unique experiences, ideas, and perspectives. Your voice matters.
“One word at a time.”
A novel, a feature article, or even a short story seems overwhelming. Break the process into manageable chunks. Don’t worry about the whole project. Focus on the next word, then the next.
