Serious question, poor sleep is murdering my ability to tackle writing prompts.
I've always loved diving into new writing prompts, but for a month, I couldn't start a single story. My mind was foggy, and every idea felt flat. I realized I was only getting five hours of sleep a night, trying to write late after work. Once I forced myself to bed earlier, the clear thinking returned. Now, I see how sleep ties directly to creative juice. If you're struggling with prompts, look at your rest. It might be the simple fix you need. Let's not let tired brains keep our stories untold.