When faced with a daunting task, our minds go blank and the only thing that comes out is a squiggle that looks suspiciously like a chicken.
Doodle while you work, and let your subconscious do the thinking for you. It's like having a trusty sidekick that's always ready with a "Huh, maybe we should just take a nap" or "Did you know that the world would be a better place if we just added more cats?"
Hyperlink to Technique 3: Squirrel While You Work for more time-wasting inspiration.