how to overcome writers block?

[Chase Gagnon]

I haven't been able to form a good haiku in awhile, I think it might be from stress/lack of sleep. What are some tips to get over this? thanks in advance :)

[Vida]

Hi Chase,

I think everybody goes through periods like this - when nothing you write seems good :). I usually stop writing and start reading: Basho and some "new stuff." Fay's blog is one of my favorite. http://fayaoyagi.wordpress.com/. I also start spending more time outside, raking leaves really helps clear your mind :).
In a few days I try again.

Or you can keep on writing, without trying to  create "the best  haiku you ever wrote." Tell yourself that you write just for the practice and the best haiku will come by itself :))

Best,
Vida