The transformation from being a reader to a book reviewer came with set of pros and cons. The commitments, the ever increasing TBR pile and the books you buy and forget to read; this pressure undeniably leads to reader’s block. Same goes with the writer’s block. I am an author and there are days and months when I don’t feel like writing. What does one do in such situations? Well, I have some tried and tested methods, simple and easy, that will help you get over the reader’s block or writer’s block.
1. Don’t stress
This is extremely importa because most of the times we give up easily, especially on our passion, if we start stressing. So it is important to just relax when you hit the rock. Go slow because you aren’t a machine that churns out reviews after reviews. And if you feel the pressure from your clients or work place, make sure you are quite vocal about it because if bottled up it is going to lead to more frustration and less productivity.
2. Alternative source of entertainment
When things go haywire I switch my mode. From reading I often turn to music, sitcoms, documentaries or chick flick movies. These alternative source of entertainment works well for me.
3. Go on a vacay
Often I am bogged down by my daily chores and the motherly duties so much that it does get a lot frustrating if I am unable to complete my monthly reading pile on time. That’s precisely when I hit the reader’s block. What do I do then? Take a day off from these duties, eat out or call for a take out. Or go to my mom’s place where she let’s me relax and read. And if possible I even take a short vacay somewhere close to Mumbai where I need not think of social media or books.
4. Stay away from social media
Since I spoke about social media I need to tell you this! Stay away from social media if you wish to get over that reader’s block of yours. Because seeing all your friends reading some book or the other is gonna stress you out. Some bookstagramers read 11-13 or even 20 books in a month. When I start comparing my reading speed with theirs it often leads to stress. And you don’t want that. So just stay away from your smartphone for a few days.
5. Walk
Yes, a simple walk can easily help you get over your reading slump. Walking increases blood circulation hence it gives way to positive thoughts and increases creativity and productivity. A long walk has always worked in my favour. You may want to try it too.
Have you got any more tips to add to this post? Do leave them in the comments below.
Wonderful tips.
But is it not social media based one which we get the review copies? Then how can I ignore that?
Need tips. 🥰😍
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You can even try a short story of your favourite genre maybe it will motivate you to read more
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Reader’s block is the most common thing that happens with me. I’ll use these tips when I face one again 🙂
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All 5 works great for me. I like to go with plans and stress out. Taking a walk or switching off SM just lifts off the pressure
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Amazing tips! It was actually needed. Thank you for writing! 🙂
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Amazing tips! The ‘change the source of entertainment’ and ‘go on vacay’ did helped me when i went into reading slumps!
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Very helpful post indeed
Informative and these aspect really helpful to tackle reader’s or writer’s block
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“Reader’s block” is a well-documented problem, and even avid readers occasionally suffer from it. The good news is that it’s not incurable, but it might require a little creativity and effort on your part. If you feel guilty about abandoning a book, just use this quote from philosopher Francis Bacon as an excuse: “Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested: that is, some books are to be read only in parts, others to be read, but not curiously, and some few to be read wholly, and with diligence and attention.” Your favorite books are memorable for a reason, and sometimes rereading a beloved book for the third time is all it takes to lift the reader’s block curse. You may also want to investigate options that are similar to your favorite authors and books.
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When I face a readers block I always jump to social media which consumed most of time 😢😢😢 I have been trying a lot to get away social media. Even thinking off to set my social media time.
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These are great tips and would be very helpful for book reviewers who are in the early stage. Thank you so much for compiling them.
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very Helpful tips.
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For me, Alternate source of entertainment or going on a vacation really work.
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This is so essential for readers! Thanks for the tips!
Pari xx
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You have expressed all my thoughts.
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I agree with “stay away from social media”. I need to do that desperately now! XD
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Reader’s Block is a terrible issue. These tips are really helpful!
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I am definitely gonna try these…coz I very often get into reader’s and writer’s block.. Thank you 😊
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very informatic and helpful……..
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Completely agree with you ! These are really helpful
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I use all the above-mentioned tips to come out from Reader’s block. Thanks for sharing.
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I often suffers from readers block, some practical and useful tips. I have also written on this topic long back ago. Will love to know your views on that 🙂
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Here comes the list with full of practical and useful tips. Loved it
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Some lovely tips Siddhi.. I also find a change of location sometimes helps. Sitting in the park with a book is a nice change from reading at home!
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All the tips are amazing , taking a break usually works as a best advice
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Nice tips. Most of the problems I’ve come across from time to time. Thank you for this blog!
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Watching documentary sounds good!
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Very helpful tips
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The tips are very helpful. Thank you for sharing!
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Those are really effective ways.
I’m weird however. When I’m tired of reading, I resort to reading my favourite. And to be honest, Pride and prejudice never disappoints me!
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All 5 are wonderful tips and very effective too
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