Doing something ten thousand times is the only way to become a master. But what about your ten thousand and tenth try? Let’s face it: practice may make perfect, but it can also make things feel stale. That applies to all things in life, whether it be your daily running routine or your songwriting.

But don’t worry: if your muse to write is starting to run dry, we’ve got you covered. Here are five ways to freshen up your songwriting:

1. Switch up what you’re listening to

This one may seem a little…