Cat’s got your tongue? If you come down with a case of writer’s block today, reframe the frustration as a crucial part of the process. View it as an opportunity to edit, revise, or simply refill your inspiration meter. If you’re under the pressure of a deadline, try a writing prompt — the weirder, the better. Try writing your next chapter from the perspective of the cactus on the window sill. You’ll be surprised by the new insights that emerge when you shift direction.