From the earliest days of writing life logs on QQ Space to the 9 years of maintaining a WeChat public account, writing has become an indispensable part of my life. Although along the way, the partners in the writing group have gradually left, I am the only one who continues to persist.
Many people ask me why, and the answer is simple: I enjoy the process of writing.
Writing is a thinking game that promotes human progress. I enjoy transforming thoughts into words; it feels like a delightful mental game. It doesn’t require complex props—just a pen and a piece of paper are enough. I can turn the vague ideas in my mind into clear sentences, transforming intangible thoughts into tangible words.
Writing has helped me develop a habit of outputting. Even without inspiration, I persist in keeping a diary. From recording what I had for breakfast and what I bought to reflecting on various trivial matters in life, I document my daily observations and thoughts, maintaining sensitivity to words and making writing output a part of my daily routine.
Writing is a key that opens the treasure trove of thought. It helps me think more clearly, visualize ideas, and discern patterns and logic from them. When faced with unfamiliar knowledge, I organize, summarize, and conclude through writing, deepening my understanding.
Writing helps me focus more on work. When various ideas surge in my mind, writing helps me organize them and avoid chaotic thinking. Focusing on the writing process also allows me to plan my work more systematically and improve efficiency.
Writing constantly prompts me to examine my shortcomings. Only by publishing words on the internet do I begin to seriously consider wording, correct typos, and strive for perfection. This process has cultivated a habit of continuously improving my writing skills, with each output being more mature than the last.
Writing allows me to grasp new things more quickly. Although I don’t have many systematic works, I find it easier to master new skills. I record my learning insights and notes, establishing a seemingly unrelated yet mutually complementary knowledge system that enables me to quickly understand and master various subjects.
Writing also makes me better at problem-solving. Writing an article is, in fact, a complete process of thinking and solving problems. From conception to organizing thoughts, from data collection to information integration, the writing process is about breaking down complex problems and solving them one by one.
Of course, writing is not always about getting feedback; sometimes I simply enjoy the process. Like this article, it originates from Jonas Hietala's blog post Why I still blog after 15 years, where he shares his insights from 15 years of persistent writing, which resonates with me, prompting me to document my own writing experiences.
From the initial self-entertainment to now integrating writing into life, it has transformed me from a daydreaming youth gazing at the sparrows on the telephone poles to someone who can articulate why I daydreamed and what I daydreamed about.
Writing has genuinely made me feel fulfilled and at ease.
If you also love writing, please keep it up, record your thoughts and insights, and share them with more people, allowing your words to illuminate others.