Here's a breakdown of what that means:
* Continuous: You don't stop writing, even if you feel stuck or have nothing to say.
* Without stopping: You keep your pen moving or your fingers typing, even if you're repeating yourself or writing nonsense.
* No editing: You don't worry about grammar, spelling, or punctuation.
* No censoring: You let your thoughts flow freely, even if they are strange, embarrassing, or illogical.
* Set period of time: You usually do freewriting for a specific amount of time, like five or ten minutes.
The purpose of freewriting is to:
* Generate ideas: It helps you explore your thoughts and come up with new ideas.
* Overcome writer's block: It can get your creative juices flowing and help you break through mental barriers.
* Discover your voice: It allows you to express yourself honestly and authentically.
* Improve your writing: It can help you write more fluently and naturally.
Freewriting is a great tool for anyone who wants to improve their writing skills or simply explore their thoughts and ideas.