This Is My Outlet
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

This Is My Outlet

We all have a way to express ourselves, writing is mine.

41
This Is My Outlet

My imagination is the reason I constantly return to a blank document. My confusion keeps me writing, because I debunk my own thoughts by putting them onto paper. My disappointment in the world around me or my amazement by the things I see keep me interested. My creative mind deceived me as a child. Creativity meant art in my mind. I love art but when I have a blank paper I fill it with simple doodles. My creative mind is best expressed through text. Writing is how I express myself. My mind moves fast. Lots of thoughts cross through it at once normally in a very disorganized fashion. When I can see all my thoughts on a page I can organize them. I can make sense of those thoughts and develop new ideas through them.

Writing can be an outlet of emotions I don’t know how to express. My anger is released by punching keys instead of walls. My words flood the page instead of tears flooding the floor. My joy shines through the story rather than my smile. My emotions are much more easily expressed through words as opposed to expressions from the heart.

The fatal flaw in writing, I must admit, is getting the right people to read it. I can let out all that sadness and pain onto a blank document and that is so beneficial for me, but the person who hurt me will never read those emotions. They will not know what they did to me. My developing ideas will not snow ball into a reformation because I will never put them out there. A writer is powerless without readers. I appreciate each and every person who has ever read my work. You are the reason I get to continue writing, the reason I became an English major.

I have been writing all my life but not until recently have I allowed anyone to read it. It takes a certain amount of bravery to publish something on a social platform. Everything I write comes straight from the heart. My writing is always rooted into my emotions and for someone to read that is a scary feeling. My confusion can make me seem stupid and my anger can make me seem crazy. I have not conquered the fear but I am working to overcome it. There are still many words of mine that I wouldn’t dare let someone else read, but there are also many words of mine published all over this site.

You, reader, may not be a writer. Maybe you’re a numbers person or more of a beauty guru or a varsity athlete. You may not be able to relate to the way that I express myself but one thing that all human beings have in common is a way of expression. We all let it out at some point. May you run, punch, drive, bake, eat, or write. I don’t know you all personally and I don’t need to. You have an outlet I know you do. What I care is that you never try to suppress that. There is no situation in which it would be inappropriate to express your feelings. It’s okay to cry at weddings. It’s okay to make holes in walls. It’s okay to post your feelings on a blog. This is how I express myself and all my reasons why I do it and how it helps. I’m sure you could back yourself up if someone asked you too. So, to all my very cherished readers, continue to express yourself!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
the beatles
Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned.

70754
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

132370
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments