9 Inspiring Things You Can Do When You Really Don’t Feel Like Blogging

Fabrizio Van Marciano
Fabrizio Van Marciano is the founder and editor of Magnet4Marketing, beginner blogging tips and online marketing blog, and the author of 170 Blog Traffic Tips. You can connect with Fabrizio on Twitter and Facebook.
Fabrizio Van Marciano
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How often do you blog? Daily, weekly or once per month perhaps!

It doesn’t matter how dedicated you are to blogging, or how experienced you think you are, there will be times when you’ll simply feel like not writing or blogging about anything at all.

There will be times when you simply won’t find anything to blog about either.  This isn’t a bad thing, it happens to us all.

So, instead of trying to pull your hair out in clumps, trying to find a topic or idea for your next big post, just forget it!  Yep that’s right, forget it altogether and don’t write anything.

In fact do something totally different, something inspiring and preferably something that doesn’t involve being tied online or staring at a blank word document page on your computer.

Today folks I want to share with you 9 inspiring things you can do, when you simply don’t feel like blogging.  And who knows, you might find any of these activities invigorating for getting your creative juices flowing again…

9 Inspiring Non Blogging Activities to get you in the mood for Writing

1. Go for a walk – Get some fresh air and get those old legs of yours moving, sitting down stressing about what to write won’t make you more creative.  Walking is a great way to inspire the mind and loosen up those old joints.  Grab your iPod or iPhone and find your favorite songs that are inspiring to you and hit the pavement…

2. Cook – There’s a real sense of achievement that can be attained from creative cooking, I love to get into the kitchen and cook myself a meal when I’m not feeling creative with my blog.  The joy of it that comes after is eating it.

3. Watch an inspiring program on TV – Sit back and relax with a movie or an inspiring TV program.  One of my favorite things that I love doing is getting the Bloomberg TV app up on my iPad, and checking out the Game Changers channel.  There is a series of documentaries on there about how business and media leaders climbed to the top of their professions and changed the world, and I find those extremely inspiring.

4. Read a book - Reading is the ultimate off-blogging activity.  It’s a great way to learn and inspire your mind at the same time.  You may even find some post ideas hidden in what you read.

5. Go for a drive - I love going for a drive when I’m struggling to find anything to write about, especially if it’s a reasonably nice day and I’m not in the mood for walking.  Though my advice is that you might want to go for a drive when you know there is little traffic on the roads, as the key to all this is to distress and inspire you, and not to get road rage.

6. Treat yourself to a spa afternoon - Get a massage or spend 30 minutes in a sauna or Jacuzzi.  That will soon invigorate you and get your creative juices flowing again.

7. Hit the gym - The best thing about going to the gym is that it will do wonders to your health and fitness, as well as motivate you like nothing else can.  For me hitting the gym always invigorates me to start blogging as soon as I get back to the desk”¦  You feel a great sense of achievement after you’ve done a workout.

8. Listen to some chill out music – Close your eyes and put on some chill out relaxing music, and escape for 30 minutes or so.  I’ve been tuning into the Deep Energy podcast by Jim Butler, and I highly recommend listening in.  It’s a great aid for relaxation, especially at night.

9. Check out your old posts – Well I did recommend doing something that didn’t involve being online, but it’s just the one tip…  Do you remember the feeling you had when you started blogging?  Take a look at some of your old and best content on your blog, read the comments and remember the feeling you got when you wrote a particular post.  You’ll soon feel the Mojo come flowing back again, and you’ll soon be back at your desk writing another awesome post.

Well that’s it. That’s my glorified list of awesome things to do when you simply don’t feel like blogging or writing…

I’d love to hear your thoughts on my suggestions above, perhaps you have a couple of tips you’d like to add to the list.  Please feel free to do so in the comment section below. 

Comments

  1. Hey !
    Very interesting topic with interesting information and explanation. Well these are some motivational tips. Hit the gym is a good idea. Moreover checking out old posts are also effective. Great post.
    Thanks.
    Matt
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  2. Hey there..! I am new in blogging line so i am sepnding time researching and learning..! So, il be needing ua help..Hope to get ua feedback soon..!
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  3. Great advice)) You know, the most inspiring for me is to go shopping with my girlfriend) She is funny, well, comment is not about her but about the inspiration that i get while waiting her next to the change room))) I realize that it is strange but if you try it once you will understand me))) BTW, she also has her own fashion blog and trying on things in shops it is her best inspirational point)
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    • Twitter:
      Evan, sounds like an odd place to be to get inspired but if it helps you out, that’s great. Personally when my girlfriend goes clothes shopping I don’t go with her, it bores me to kingdom come to have to wait endless hours for her to decide what to buy. Now if I was going to shopping to inspire myself, it would either be for something that would make me happy, like a new xbox game, or a new surfboard to add to my endless collection lol. All the best bro, thanks for stopping by.
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  4. Twitter:
    Nice tips Fabrizio…

    I mostly follow tips #1,7,8,9 to get back into blogging mood !
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  5. Twitter:
    very interesting post…thanks for this post… definitely gonna experimenting it…

  6. Good tips Fabrizio, when you don’t know what to write next or when your mind is tired, these tips will work. “Going for a walk” is the most beautiful tip for me. Thank you for sharing


  7. Twitter:
    Great advice! That’s a great set of tips. the other thing that works for me is to just write something…anything.
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  8. Twitter:
    going out for trekking now. :D . Really excited about it.
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  9. Twitter:
    Hi Fabrizio,

    Walking the dog is easy for me. She’s always ready to go and it only takes 15 minutes. Thanks!
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  10. Hi Fabrizio,
    Great posting, i like number 2 & numbr 4


  11. Twitter:
    Hi Fabrizio,

    Great tips here, I think that reading your old posts can def inspire a new one. I like to check out other blogs and withing a few hours I usually Fonda a good topic..
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  12. awesome idea these things give new creative idea to write blog thanks for sharing..


  13. Twitter:
    Amazing Tips Bro
    But these Tips can be used not only When you Don’t feel to Blog but for anything that you do as a Profession.
    Thanks For the Tips
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  14. Twitter:
    taking a NAP, going for a walk, or watching tv for 30 mins to an hour are some of my favorites for working through blog brain.

    I also try to set aside time on Saturday morning to do all my posts and assignments for the week. It helps me stay on top of things and keeps me from having to scramble for posts midweek when I have other work to do!
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  15. Twitter:
    I would take a break from my normal routines and take a walk at the park.
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  16. Twitter:
    I stop blogging for a year and made my comeback post only today. I may have to follow some of your tips so that I can keep blogging the way I used to.
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  17. i usually don’t like writing but once i force myself to start writing then i feel ok writing a post.


  18. Twitter:
    lolx :) Really nice tips you gave. I usually take a walk.
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  19. Twitter:
    nice tips :) i would prefer cooking and reading both are mine favorite when my head is empty and there is nothing to be share on my blog then i start reading or baked some cookies for myself :) recently postedhttp://www.magpaki.com/2013/02/i-promise-myself.html
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  20. Twitter:
    Hi Fabrizio,

    Really loved reading this post. I’d go for the options 5,6,9. Plus, I wouldn’t enjoy eating my favorite food, instead of cooking. :)

    Thanks for this enjoyable post.

    Diana
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  21. Twitter:
    #9 is a great idea that I can’t believe I haven’t thought to do yet.

    As much as I love #3 & #4, they’ll have me too distracted for too long!!

    Thanks for sharing.
    Ciao
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  22. Twitter:
    ha good read. I usually watch a movie or some episodes of how i met your mother ;)
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  23. Taking breaks is important to the process of creating any content.
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  24. Twitter:
    Excellent tips, thankfully I generally don’t tend to struggle at all once I’m enjoying what I’m writing, my problem is when I’m faced with subject matter that have I zero interest in.

    Heh, maybe I’m in the wrong game, but at some point or another I’m sure bloggers and writers encounter something they aren’t particularly interested in and this is when you need the most motivation imho

    Just to add to the tips list, make sure you switch off entirely, put writing and work at the very back of your mind, otherwise you will negate the benefits a time out will give you.


  25. Twitter:
    Yep, I agree with you. I think that when you are not able to blog it is better to get away from the computer and find something else to do. Really, it is just a waste of time to sit there and stare at the screen jumping from site to site and getting frustrated at getting nothing accomplished. (Bad number 9, bad) ;)

    There are two things that I like to do. First, go for a walk. It clears my head and burns some energy. Second, clean the house. A clean house is a clear mind…at least in my world.
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  26. I have not tried all your points for inspiration, but I definitely like going for a walk or a drive to clear my head. I know cooking is not relaxing or inspirational for me personally, though.
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  27. Twitter:
    These are all great ideas. I usually like to read or go for a drive and listen to music whenever I need to clear my mind. I can usually find inspiration for another article whenever I do these things.
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  28. Twitter:
    You are right Fabrizio. I love walking to relive stress and get rid of my bad mood. Walking can improve the metabolism and make feel fresh.
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  29. I try to write a blog every day, but there have been weeks where I just kind of…give up. What I’ve been doing to clear my head is playing video games, honestly. I’m a 24 year old kid lol. But going for a walk and cooking seem right up my ally. I have no idea why I didn’t think of that before.


  30. Twitter:
    Cooking is a great one!! It not only inspires you but gives you some content if you take pics!

    trisha
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  31. Twitter:
    Hi,

    Really fruitful information (actually tips) you have shared here which must be work out if somebody follows sincerely. If you have nothing good stuff to blog then you should do some research over internet, talk to people and read magazines. It will help you to get new ideas for new style of blogging.
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  32. Twitter:
    Haha , cool tips , But i’d prefer to play a video game or so , or rather have a nap instead ;) Nice post BTW.
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  33. Hello Dear

    These are all great and amazing idea and i think you points are helpful for everyone in fact you know cooking is my passion i love cooking and Walking is a great way to inspire the mind so really thanks for the sharing me


  34. Twitter:
    Hi Fabrizio,
    i think your great ideas very helpful for every person. I like mixing with people and meeting with them.
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  35. Twitter:
    Great ideas but when ever i feel like not blogging… i play video games.. specially Counter strike..
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  36. Twitter:
    Certainly nice points, I usually opt for listening music, whenever I’m feeling boring, tired etc. It actually recharge my mind and I can do my work with more passion and focus.
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  37. Twitter:
    The list is nice. I get bored some times and will try to follow these. What I do is play games on my gadgets :P
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  38. Twitter:
    I tend to either go for a walk or give my car a valet, if the weather is ok! Or go for a drive in the car. Usually when I take my mind off what I’m doing I then find myself coming up with various ideas. Its then finding the time to write them!
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  39. This was a great post. It can be hard to continually produce great content. Every once in awhile, I need inspiration. I think working out is the most effective inspirational activity. My best ideas come to me while I am running.


  40. Twitter:
    Hitting the gym is definitely not one of my options to do. lol! Good read.
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  41. Twitter:
    Whenever i feel like changing the environment around me i try reading some most juicy books or playing games. Obviously doing exercise in gym is not my cup of tea. :-)

  42. These are all great and amazing idea and i think you points are helpful for everyone in fact cooking is my passion i love it in kitchen and Walking is a great way to inspire the mind so really thanks for the share
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  43. I think this will help me to keep blogging. Thanks!

  44. Getting a break will always help you come strong at what you love doing..Even Google’s Matt Cutts is also doing the same lately if you can follow his blog page or in G+

    It’s all about being fresh mentally and focus on your subject and a refreshing break could do the trick. Nice topic. Thanks.
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  45. Twitter:
    I love the ideas set forth here. Go for a walk, cook, check old posts? This is where you get to ask yourself if it was really you who wrote the articles people are commenting on. Nice!

  46. Or have a does of entertainment and that is also through laughing watching videos on youtube.
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  47. Twitter:
    Great tips! I choose to take a long walk because I find that getting away from the computer for a while help to clear the so-called cobwebs from my head. If I’m fresh out of story ideas, I’ll also scan the news to see if I can find anything worthwhile. It usually works, especially when you’re a humor blogger.
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  48. Twitter:
    utilizing thta timein maintaining your blog will alway help to get us to the top !
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  49. Twitter:
    I can really relate. I go for drives whenever I need to get in the mood for blogging. works like a charm!
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  50. Good info. I think you points are helpful for everyone in fact you know cooking is my passion i love cooking and Walking is a great way to inspire the mind so really thanks for the sharing with me.
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  51. This was a great post. It can be hard to continually produce great content. Every once in awhile, I need inspiration. I think working out is the most effective inspirational activity. My best ideas come to me while I am running.
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  52. Twitter:
    Hi Marciano!
    your tips are quite nine, it will help to build a successful bloggers. while writing article, listen music can get more relief.
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  53. Twitter:
    aha, this is a great list!
    I often find it hard to focus on writing a new blog entry so what I’ll do is take a break and go on with what I’ve planned to do in the day. This is not always a good idea though as I usually will spend two-three hours up past when I would normally sleep just trying to finish an article!

  54. Very great post! Very Inspiring!


  55. Twitter:
    i either do a bit of gaming or listen to music while im not blogging..But these days iam so used to blogging thats its getting quite addictive ;)
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  56. Twitter:
    This is a well written post when I don’t feel like blogging I do 2 thing go for a walk with my girlfriend or play a football match with my friends then I take a shower and carry on blogging thanks for sharing this awesome post !
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  57. Twitter:
    Also don’t play video games.
    Whenever I do, I get really distracted
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  58. Twitter:
    I do several blogs including one on working out and I have to say, sometimes I forget to just workout or listen to music or any of your suggestions to refresh my mind. I am taking this as a personal reminder to do some of these suggestions for REAL instead of all for my “work”. Especially the Reading one as I feel I can allow myself to do both with this. Thank you!

  59. Hey Fabrizio,
    Nice post and Thanks for sharing this post with us. I really enjoyed this post while reading. Yes, continuously writing causes some stress in our body due to which we cannot concentrate properly on our job. I really like the points you mentioned above and I thing going for a walk is best option.
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