When You've got Nothing

I was going to say, "I've got nothing for this month. I'm just checking in to say hi and hope everyone is well." But then that gave me inspiration. What do you do when you have nothing, when you're empty of inspiration, when no words are coming?

Sometimes having nothing is inspiration in the waiting. If we stop with nothing, then that's all we'll end up with. But if we sit down and just start to type or handwrite or talk or whatever is your thing, then something starts to happen. When you have nothing, it's ok to write gibberish. The act of recording words, random thoughts, vignettes, can be all it takes to kick start a new story, a new chapter, something.

Sometimes when we have nothing, there's a reason. Life is tough, time is short, and you need to focus elsewhere. And that's ok. Necessary, even. It's important to be kind to yourself and not stress too much over the fact you might not be currently writing up a storm. 

Sometimes having nothing means you need to get out there and fill up your creativity well. Life is inspiration. Get out and live a little. Do something different, something scary, something adventurous. Don't be afraid to laugh at yourself. Play a game. Read a book you wouldn't normally pick. Say hi to a friend.

Now that's all I've got... and that too is ok.

What do you do when inspiration is low?

This post was written for the IWSG. Every first Wednesday of the month, members post on their blogs about their writing insecurities or offer some encouragement to others. If you are new to the IWSG or want to learn more, then please go HERE.