Blank screen (A canvas for your ideas)

Man, that blank screen.

When it comes to writing, it’s a common struggle.

One that often leaves us feeling stuck and uncertain about how to begin.

There’s a lot of advice out there about how to start writing when you’re stuck:

• “Start with an outline, not a blank page”
• “Free write for five minutes to warm up”
• “Copy and analyze successful writers in your field”
• “Imitate the style of an author you admire”

These suggestions aren’t wrong, but they often miss the point.

They treat the blank screen as an enemy to conquer, rather than an opportunity to embrace.

Perhaps we’re approaching this all wrong.

What if, instead of seeing the blank screen as a problem to solve, we see it as a gift?

A chance to pause, reflect, and connect with our own thoughts and ideas.

Maybe the real issue isn’t the blank screen itself, but our rush to fill it with something.

It’s an empty space where anything can be born, free from limitations.

It’s a chance to express your authentic self.

Raw. Spontaneous. Unfiltered.

Explore.

Our inner world has interests waiting to discover, but we often ignore them.

The outer world is loud, demanding our attention.

Our authentic voice is quieter, more humble. It doesn’t fight for our focus.

Pay attention to your unique perspective, your personal creativity and curiosity.

So the next time you face a blank screen, don’t rush to fill it with others thoughts. Sit with it. Embrace the emptiness. And then, slowly, let your authentic voice unfold.

It might surprise you. It might challenge you. But most importantly, it will be yours.

And that’s worth more than any borrowed idea could ever be.