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Creativity is a funny thing, it pops up at the strangest times and disappears when you really need it. Almost as though it comes in waves. One thing I find helpful in sparking creativity is to indulge in something that invokes strong emotions. It helps clear away stale thoughts as well as stimulating emotions or thoughts I haven't explored for awhile. Try reading a good book or watching a good movie (something deep that forces you examine your feelings about the topic), perhaps go to a place that means something to you (an old hangout, the place you fell in love for the first time, a grave site) and try to stir up old thoughts and feelings you may have left behind.
Its amazing what begins popping up when your normal routine is broken.
As for where to begin just dive into it. For your guitar playing spend time going over what you know (scales, chords, old songs) and try to get a feeling for the instrument. What have you mastered? What do you need work on? Maybe take a course on music theory to expand your song writing abilities. Take lessons to help with your singing. All of this might also help with your creative drought as it forces you to look at your instrument differently while giving you inspiration to try new things.
Good luck I know how it can be.
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