For us, English learners, it is often difficult to improve our English writing level because we do not write regularly.
You do not write when you do not have the obligation to do so because, for example, of your job.
On one hand, it’s easy to improve your writing skills when you have to write in English daily.
On the other hand, when writing is not among your daily chores, I bet you don’t write very often and, when trying to write, you fight a lot because you don’t even know what to write about.
That’s why you tend to “forget” to work on your writing skills.
Let’s see what you have to do to change this situation…
Why it is so Hard to Improve Your English Writing Skills?
Many times in the past, I decided that it was time for me to write in English every day because I wanted to improve my writing skills.
The problem was that after writing for some days in a row, I always gave up because I didn’t know what to write about anymore.
One day, talking to a good friend, she told me that she had been writing her diary since she was a child, for more than 12 years!!!!
Then came to me the revelation!!!
I decided to start writing my personal diary in English (instead of my native tongue) to really improve my English writing level.
Write Your Diary to Improve Your English Writing Skill
Writing a personal diary is one of the best options to improve your English writing skills.
The advantages are:
You write an entry EVERY DAY (7 days a week without excuses).
You can write more or less depending on your free time, inspiration or mood.
You can write about anything you like, daily experiences, thoughts, etc.
While writing your diary, you are also keeping a record of the work done.
You can check your progression by looking back at what you wrote.
If a day you don’t know what to write about, write about what you did during the day (you always do something, don’t you?).
It’s easy to create the habit of writing when you keep a personal diary.
Try to write at the same time every day. For example,
Before going to sleep.
After waking up.
During lunch time.
While on the bus.
Among many others
What Kind of Diary to Choose?
In my personal opinion, I prefer to write on a keyboard than with a pen. I like a digital diary rather than a paper one.
But it doesn’t matter at all what kind of diary you will use.
There are beautiful paper journals for those who like to write in the old style.
Or very useful digital diaries with lots of fancy features for those who are more on the technology side.
Just take the one that fits you best.
What About You?
Are you going to use this tactic to improve your writing level?
What else do you usually do to work on your writing skills?
All your comments are very welcome !!!