You’ve decided you want to write, and you know it’s for all the right reasons: You’re truly inspired and want to share your words with others (see parts one and two of this series on this blog).
Now what?
How do you actually get started? How do you overcome the blank piece of paper and the hopelessly white computer screen?
Try writing a “Dear Reader” letter. Imagine what your ideal reader looks like, and then write a letter to that person, letting your thoughts flow. What do you want to say? This technique will help get you started and get the words moving.