Writing Is Just Fancy Scribbling—And You’re Already a Pro at That

 

Let me guess: you’re reading this because you think your writing stinks, right? Well, congrats, because step one of being a writer is thinking your writing stinks. Welcome to the club! We’ve got tea, late-night existential crises, and a perpetual fear of hitting “send.”

Now, before you spiral into self-doubt, let me tell you a story. When you were a toddler, you probably couldn’t hold a pencil straight, let alone string together a coherent sentence. Did you give up? Nope. You babbled, drew wobbly circles, and probably tried to eat crayons. And guess what? Here you are, reading like a champ and doubting your ability to write. I always use to write 'B' inverted and so many other letters  and numbers like, 'S, L, K, C, D, 5.'

But writing isn’t some magical, elusive skill bestowed upon a chosen few. It’s basically fancy scribbling that all of us can do. Yeah, that’s right—words are just glorified doodles. If you can write a grocery list or angrily text your friend about their terrible movie recommendations, you’re halfway there.

The Myth of Perfect Writing

Here’s the dirty secret no one tells you: even the “greats” think their first drafts are trash. Hemingway once said, “The first draft of anything is garbage.” And he’s HEMINGWAY. So if your first draft feels like it’s written by a sleep-deprived raccoon, congratulations—you’re doing it right! Writing isn’t about perfection; it’s about persistence. It’s like dating—awkward at first, but better with practice. (Or so I’m told. Still awkward over here.) I am not an author or a professional content creator. I just love to write. So if I can write, anyone can. 

Practice, Not Perfection

Remember learning to ride a bike? You didn’t master it by watching others pedal around or reading books about bikes. You got on, fell, scraped your knees, and maybe screamed at your parents for letting go too soon. Writing’s the same. You have to wobble, stumble, and occasionally crash headfirst into bad metaphors before you find your balance.

Start small. Write a journal entry. Tweet about your weird neighbor who trim their garden trees at midnight. Heck, write a review of your morning tea like it’s a Michelin-star meal. Just write.

Celebrate the Chaos

One of the best parts about writing is that it’s your playground. There are no rules. (Okay, maybe grammar, but even that’s negotiable if you’re feeling rebellious.) You can be poetic, sarcastic, or downright nonsensical. Your voice is your superpower, so embrace the chaos.

And remember, nobody has to see the ugly drafts unless you want them to. Editing exists for a reason—so your first attempt at “It was a dark and stormy night” can eventually shine like “Call me Sita.”

Let’s Hear Your Story

Writing is messy, imperfect, and sometimes hilariously bad. And that’s the point. The more you embrace the process, the better you’ll get. Trust me, your future self will thank you for starting now—even if your current self wants to chuck your notebook out the window.

So, what’s stopping you? Scribble something down today. Start with this: What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever written? Share it in the comments—I promise not to judge. Unless it’s a love letter to pineapple pizza. Then we need to talk. 🍍📜