The main reason we humans write is to let others know we exist. Yes, I know amusement and enlightenment are two purposes of writing, but after more than two decades of reading stories in Persian and English, I’ve learned that authors write because they’re consciously or unconsciously frightened by the thought of being unknown or forgotten.
I personally insist on having an English blog because I feel like I’m nobody in real life and therefore long to be known, recognized, and perhaps respected by some readers and authors who might read my pieces here. Also, I don’t want to accept the fact that I’m not bright and smart.
But no matter what my motivations for writing in English are, I think we all agree that reading and writing can be two great hobbies that distinguish us from other creatures in this world.
Just like with speaking, a person like me should write just enough and no more. There’s nothing wrong with spending my entire day reading, but I should make sure that all my statements, paragraphs, and pieces are purposeful.
I spend one to four hours of my day reading a variety of pieces in English, ranging from news reports and inspiring articles to short and long stories. Reading is my most favorite hobby and activity, but unfortunately, I’m sometimes too stressed to focus on what I’m reading. I have enough time but can’t enjoy being alone with my thoughts and imagination. I’m sure you’ve all been there too!
Regarding writing, I must confess that, unfortunately, I haven’t been organized and hardworking enough. I write one day and then leave it for a few days. What a shame! But the good news is that now I know exactly what I want to scribble and write about: the stories that I’ve found noteworthy. Now I have a precise target to work on regularly. I hope focusing on one aim will help me improve my English writing skills in the near future.
