Why Do I Write Everyday?

Bigger, stronger, faster thoughts.

I’ve written consistently for the past week, posting one article a day and it got me thinking, why even do this? Why take the time and effort when no one’s going to read it anyway.

Well:

1) You access new parts of your brain.

Daily conversations are different.

How was your weekend?

The weather’s been great!

Did you talk to John?

They scratch the surface. We have these all day, everyday.

But what’s buried below comes up every time I sit down to write something. My fingers jump across the keyboards, with a mind of their own. I’m often surprised at what comes out. I reread and think “wow I really think like this?”

It’s a mental workout. You get more focused, clear and confident as you push through. You can feel your brain stretching when you get frustrated, as you get over the writer’s block and the dead-end sentences.

That’s exciting. You know you’ll be stronger the next time you sit down.

2) You pay attention.

I keep a running list in my Notes app of topics or ideas. Ideas will hit me throughout the day. When you’re locked in on a daily writing practice, you notice everything. You’re more conscience of the world. The conversations you have, the things going on around you.

In a world moving faster with every passing day, writing slows it all down, for at least those 10 to 45 minutes. It’s a way to process and think. You have no choice but to be present to that exact moment.

Don’t sleepwalk through your day. You’re awake when you write.

3) You help people.

We all want to learn something. We all want answers. Sharing your personal experience in your own voice can help even one person.

Don’t just use social media, the most powerful tool available to us all, for selfies and pretty pictures. Share things you learned, found useful, or interesting. The feeling I get when I read a message or comment is I the fuel that keeps me going.

4) You contribute to the conversation.

You consume an insane amount of content as you scroll your feeds, but how often do you produce it? How often do you formulate your own ideas? And then are you brave enough to share it?

I believe you should put out just as much as you take in. It’s a continuous cycle, that keeps your mind and thoughts clear.

If all you’re doing is watching, you’re not in the game. Get on the field and play. Be active and be heard.

So in closing: writing helps you in many ways.

You’re sharp.

You’re awake.

You’re strong.

And you’re in the game.

Even if its only 10 minutes, I highly recommend a writing and journaling. Do you have one? If not, start today.