Writing keeps me going

I do not write for a living. Yet in my own way, I consider myself a writer, for my work finds its way into newspapers and onto social media. I made my debut as a contributor to The Korea Times and the Canadian edition of The Hankook Ilbo a long time ago. Since then, I have been writing for both newspapers from time to time. I also post my writing prolifically on social media. Why do I write, if not for money? I write because I feel a strong urge to do so. That urge comes from a desire to make sense of my own life. Life seldom unfolds in a neat and organized way. Days blend into one another, emotions often clash and many experiences pass without becoming clear. Writing is how I deal with this confusion. When I write, I slow down and look more closely at my life. I ask myself what truly matters, what deserves attention and what I can let go. As I do this, scattered thoughts and feelings begin to come together and make sense. Another reason why I write is that spoken words do not last. Once spoken, they disappear almost immediately. They leave no record and offer no chance to rethink or reWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times