On Writing That Is Raw And Real
Why I write from a vulnerable place
I've written some nonfictional prose here with little filter and much vulnerability. Why do I do this? Because I primarily write for myself. I want to write down my demons and my hurts. Our writing is meant to heal us sometimes,
I want to reveal to the world how I think. I want to write and read words that move and shake my soul.
I want to clarify my thinking and create a space to drop the armour of pretence.
I don't want to look good, and some of my writing invites criticism.
Like this essay…
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Because I want to write raw, real, and deep. I wish also to show others how I navigate and understand this world in my peculiar way
"Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren't always comfortable, but they're never weakness." — Brené Brown.
Writing without soul isn't for me.
There is enough bland, neutral-sounding writing online where people try to sound like experts or influencers, offering 10 best tips, and other frivolous listicles.
The writers that appeal to me bear their souls, share their stories, or unusual opinions, and create a space in their craft to be themselves. Because pastel, bland, neutral and boring never shook up this world.
I want to do me and write from my heart and soul, with little regard for what others are writing. To stand true to my voice.
Raw writing is real writing.
Raw writing is a writer stepping bravely to shine a light on their experience and story. It might not be the most sexy or thrilling of writing. Nevertheless, it’s writing that is alive. One of the many reasons I write publicly is to declutter my mind and craft a powerful writing voice. One that is filled with vulnerability and authenticity.
"I now see how owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do."— Brené Brown.
I also want to attract readers who resonate with my writing style and unique voice. For me, there is little point in writing otherwise. I’m so exhausted with the flood of repetitive articles online about the same old content, that is designed to mostly get people to buy something down the line.
Why can’t we do this by being honest, and write from our hearts? There is too much fakeness in the world today. And as a reader, it’s so refreshing when I read more raw and real writing.
“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it.
Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy — the experiences that make us the most vulnerable.
Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”— Brené Brown
I write what I feel, I write what pains me and fascinates me. I write the lessons I should have learned in life but didn’t. I write my mess down and usher it to the world. Watching my heartsong turn to words as my craft becomes my therapy
If you resonate with this essay, please share your thoughts in the comments. Are you a writer also? What sparks your writing flame?
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