Free flow writing is a creative writing technique that involves writing without any specific plan or structure, allowing the words to flow freely and uncensored onto the page. This technique is also commonly referred to as "freewriting," "stream of consciousness writing," or "automatic writing."
The purpose of free flow writing is to bypass the critical and analytical part of the brain and allow the subconscious mind to take over. By letting go of any inhibitions and allowing the words to flow freely, writers can tap into their creativity and produce a more authentic and uninhibited form of writing.
The term "freewriting" was coined by the American author and writing teacher, Peter Elbow, in the 1970s. However, the technique has been used by writers for centuries, and is often used as a warm-up exercise or as a way to overcome writer's block.