Blog 2 Analyzation and Becoming an Engaged Writer

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It can be difficult to be an observant and attentive reader and writer. It can be a complicated process when someone is trying to find their own voice as a reader and writer. From personal experience, I can say that at times it is hard to write mainly because sometimes you just don't have anything to actually say. Sometimes if I am given a particular document or subject to write about I simply have no real interest or intent when reflecting on the subject. Being able to really read and reflect on subjects is a talent that I feel as a writer takes time to develop. 

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I believe the biggest problem is that we try to rush our writing and reading assignments and that we don't take the time to realize that both practices require patience and an inquiring mind. It takes time to write and develop truly thoughtful and genuine ideas, and the only way to fuel that is to practice and reflect on yourself as a writer. Also taking time to analyze other peoples' styles and reading good literature can only help you in developing your process. Everybody works differently and taking time to find a process that caters to your style can only help you. Palmquist gives a couple examples of these processes such as free-writing, looping, clusters, or maps (Palmquist 34-37). Personally I like to map out my ideas before I write. I am a more visual person so when I map out and organize ideas i begin to notice different connections that I previously may not have (sort of like a word puzzle or connect the dots). Yet, I do like to free-write my ideas if I'm doing a personal reflection simply because I like to let my ideas float freely while they're still fresh in my mind. I feel that when you really take the time to be engaged in your reading and writing and truly express yourself it can be quite enjoyable - even to the point where it can take your stress away. 

Being a better writer does take time and asks of you to be more engaged in your subject but, if you give it the right attention, and have a good attitude about it, truly it can become an enjoyable process. You must become more inquisitive and ready to ask yourself questions. Good writers are capable of engaging themselves as well as there reader and leaving not only the reader with new question, but themselves as well. Writing is not some stale and dull practice. Writing and literature are rich, fascinating, and provide several opportunities for readers to really challenge themselves, ask though provoking questions, and truly build their knowledge. Writing and literature and excellent way for people to share ideas and information in a creative way. They are tools that we have constantly neglected and that if approached and used in the right way, can be quite fascinating.