This section is more structured, and discusses tangible ideas that writers can use to tap into their inner creativity. The author outlines five methods for entering into flow. There are also many good suggestions for tackling serious writing issues like beating boredom, using deadlines and rewards to motivate yourself, and getting feedback to improve your writing. The third part is a mixed bag, with one chapter that picks up the discussion of the intricacies of flow and two chapters that impart some helpful advice. Chapter 9 contains some basic, sensible recommendations for getting into a creative frame of mind.
Suggestions range from meditation to paying attention to the influence of routines and rituals.
Chapter 10 helps readers understand why writer's block happens and presents some tips for getting past it. Overall, I found the book tedious. The author's style and wordiness make it difficult to pick out the salient points. One unique aspect of this book is that the author presents many points of view on the topics, in addition to her own. She weaves in the experiences of the poets, short story writers and novelists whom she interviewed for her research.