I write because I have the freedom to do so. I write because when I speak, my words can become lost, or sometimes, they may even escape me. I write because even though I may doubt that my voice can be heard, or become discouraged when I cannot seem to find a topic to find relatable or relevant to my life, I am being pushed and driven towards digging a little deeper and going the extra mile to seek after what makes me most passionate. As Ernest Hemingway once said, "All you have to do is write one true sentence; Write the truest sentence that you know," and from then on, your imagination, your deliberation, and your wit will surely all spill forth. Every writer of every expertise, amateur, intermediate, or highly skilled, has and will experience a bad case of "blocking" in their life, there is no doubt about it. However, the way Hemingway stated this, taking into mind that just one, simple statement about anything that comes to mind could ultimately cause the gears to turn is so effortlessly insightful because our minds have the capacity to unfold and discover what else is out there. We, as humans, have the ability to seek information without leaving the home and we can also deliberate upon our own experiences and create a piece in the blink of an eye. If you are able to let go and let your mind do its thing and allow your fingers to type freely or your pen to bleed, you will be able to see that writing does not have to be all that thought out, but instead, a platform to further evolve into something dexterous.
Writing can evoke a movement, spark passion or lead a group to open up for discussion. Writing is so much more than just words on paper or screen. Writing is incredibly unique because no one can see the expression on your face as you type; the outrage, the fear, the love you have towards any specific topic. The misconception when it comes to writing is that in order to be the best, you must learn from the best. But in all honesty, I believe writing comes from within. As some of you may know, I am attending Chapman University this fall to study Mass Communications and with this experience, I am hoping to develop more practical skills when it comes to professionally displaying my thoughts and actions into words. However, what I have neglected to realize is that, in all honesty, there are no cut-and-dry nor step-by-step instructions on how to do so. Sure, there is a certain "criteria," I guess you could say, when it comes to etiquette, there are do's and don'ts, but that could be as simple as common knowledge.
What I love most about writing is that it can be messy, yet, so beautifully woven together. With speech, you cannot read back and reflect on it, but with writing, you can return to it over and over again, editing, organizing, and pinpointing exactly what you wish to get across. And sometimes, you may even strike gold when a reader feels deeply impacted or reveals a more profound message than the one you intended to display.
Anyone can write, there is no doubt about it, however, it takes someone who is dedicated to their craft to carry their writing, elevate their knowledge and expand on that topic until they are completely satisfied with themselves. As for me, I am seeking for my voice in this world filled with noise, but I place my faith in my passion, my attitude, and my perseverance to set myself apart from others and find what exactly makes me unique.
