If you are a writer and it is your primary source of income, then you know you can’t afford to let your writing stop for too long. So, in order not to get to the point where you are stuck and don’t know what to write, here are some things you can do to keep your creative juice flowing.

1. Keep Reading. As a writer, you should never take a break from reading. You can follow some respected blogs about varying subjects and read them. You can also read books such as The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead, Beloved by Toni Morrison, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking and Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed. They are great stories that would help aid your creative mind.

2. Take Care of Your Body. Sometimes, thinking takes a hiatus when our bodies aren’t healthy. Ensure you take care of your body by sleeping well, eating well, taking supplements and visiting the doctor regularly for a checkup.

3. Exercise.
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