Written by Demesha K Phillips
Blog writing is something I have truly enjoyed, and it has helped me express my thoughts on topics I have wanted to explore. Before I started writing blogs frequently, I would keep my ideas in my head, and they would eventually be forgotten. But putting them on the page once a day, every week, forced me to really organize my thoughts and find the words to explain them clearly. This new habit of prewriting, writing, and rewriting has made me a better thinker and communicator. I’ve also noticed that I’m more fluent in my writing as I’ve been practicing turning all my rough ideas into full sentences. Blogging also pushed me to research more deeply rather than accept the first answer I found, especially when I was writing about topics I wasn't genuinely familiar with or their concepts.
Beyond improving my writing skills, frequent blogging changed how I see myself as a learner. It made me a lot more self-reliant because I don't have to wait for someone to tell me what to say or conduct too many interviews. Instead, I dig for information, ask 1 or 2 questions, and form my own opinion first when writing. I must admit, though, that there were days I didn’t feel like writing, but showing up consistently taught me discipline and showed me that progress comes from small steps and the mental fortitude to push beyond my feelings. I learned to revise, take criticism, and keep going on this journey, and looking back, blogging didn’t just give me a place to share my voice. It gave me a habit of reflection that I now use in school, work, and everyday life.
What about you? Have you ever written a blog? How did you like the process? Leave your comments below.
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