Beat the mind block

If you’re struggling to get started today, try this super-quick writing task to unblock your mind and let the ideas flow.

Step 1

Ask a colleague to pick a starting word at random.

Step 2

Get out a notepad and pen and set a timer for 3 minutes.

Step 3

Beginning with the starting word, write any words, thoughts or phrases that come into your head until the timer goes off.

How did that go? Maybe you came up with a new idea, or maybe it just uplifted your feelings for the day.

Take time to drum up your motivation today.