The fear of writing is not uncommon. Free writing and journaling aren’t necessarily for just anyone. Some are born with the gift of memory or natural talent of organization without having to keep track of everything on a handy-dandy pen and paper. Although writing is losing its value with the availability of online resources, something as simple as writing in your iPhone’s “Notes” app is still important. For the rest of us, there’s a reason why writing can be extremely convenient in our everyday lives.
Writing is an overall skill that can be proven useful in the course of job applications or even just communication expertise. The simple pleasure in obtaining writing skills is the ease it creates to deliver messages to a large number of people. It also makes it far less complicated to get across to various audiences. Applying for jobs is a task one will have to accomplish at least once in their life, and believe it or not, writing is a craft needed to competitively enter the workforce. Cover letters and resumes are meant to accurately portray the applicant and impress the job to which you are applying.
Overall, the benefits that come with writing are known to be healthy for you. According to The University of Rochester’s Medical Center, journaling can help manage anxiety, reduce stress and cope with emotions. Staying organized through keeping a to-do list or even jotting down your thoughts each day is easy and helps close mental tabs.
You may be familiar with the term “bullet journaling” with its recent claim to fame on social media. It can basically be described as a journal that serves as a diary, planner and to-do list. Within these categories, a “bullet journal” is most useful in keeping lists, staying on top due dates, goal setting and habit tracking. It can be achieved with colorful markers, pens, and a faint passion for scrapbooking (granted, none of these are required).
Writing has personally helped me through many hardships. It has easily become an outlet for me to express my emotions and a peaceful way to come to conclusions for myself. When I have a lot on my mind, I have tried to make it a habit to write the pros and cons about the situation. I remember in middle school, my backpack would always include my agenda and my journal (which I primarily used as a diary). If writing out your feelings and ideas isn’t quite up your alley, storytelling and memory tracking are another good way to practice writing and turning it into a routine. Happy writing!