No, seriously…why spend the extra time hand-writing a message when it could be typed in a third of the time with a plethora of bonuses including instant grammar check and font options at the click of a button?
I'm not one to tell you what to do, so instead, I'll tell you what I do and why.
HERE'S HOW I BEGIN:
"Hand-writing, much like any form of artistic expression such as carving, painting or stenciling requires a particular posture, which varies among artists, one that would otherwise occur whilst typing electronically."
My body leans gently to the non-dominant side, in turn, triggering a trunk twist to my right. The change in position allows my dominant arm the freedom to direct the words and curves carefully. Meanwhile, a traffic jam of thoughts causes delay.
Unlike any seated upright shape demonstrated throughout the wellness world, that which takes place moments prior to writing consists of tension yet relaxation; pressure yet poise; vision yet blank stare; a lack of oxygen yet so much life.
In one hand, the canvas is forcefully secured. In the other, steadiness overthrows any shaken doubt. And a provoked awareness channels through the mind.
"Be patient. Nobility knows no hassle."
You should be reaping the rewards at this point. Patience has been established; ability to remain calm and collective under zero pressure has strengthened; hand-eye-thought coordination has improved; concentration and focus have reached near full potential.
WHAT TO WRITE?
Much of my practice and passion for writing takes place through hand-written letters.
I'll never forget the incident that occurred in second grade. Upon receiving a graded writing assignment, in bright red ink my teacher wrote,
"More Is Better!"
- Mrs. Pershing (my second-grade English teacher)
At first, I thought it was a compliment because I remember thinking to myself about how great of a short story I had submitted. Turns out, I was partially right, but she was demanding more from my work- more detail, more villains, more conflict, more victory, more dialogue, more something!
Dried up pens, unsharpened lead and years of restless nights later, I am beginning to understand what she meant...
There is something promising and purposeful that comes sealed inside each envelope, and I am not referring to the letter itself. It is a sense of hope, fulfillment, satisfaction, support, compassion and an everlasting source of inspiration, encouragement and motivation. The time spent writing letters is worth every second, even the minutes I sit motionless yet reckless in thought while figuring out what to write next.
"No time nor ink be wasted unless a letter’s never read; in such an instance, I’d rather not know."
I choose to write because I understand the values in the practice of hand-writing, and the preservation of traditional, old-fashion communication. Further learned were many advantages of utilizing basic motor/social skills.
BENEFITS:
1) Clearer vision and memory
2) Improved reaction
3) Enhanced awareness
As I’ve spoken to several postmen and women around the country, they all seem to express much gratitude towards the fact their uniform still holds value to some (upon delivering a personal letter of appreciation and respect for all postal workers) while they often feel like they work for corporations such as Pepsico.
You see, I am not only promoting kindness, preserving lost traditions, encouraging basic motor skills and expressing mindfulness. I’m also supporting the quality of work and services of USPS employees. And on top of all that, folks can once again look forward to checking their mailbox. If that isn’t a thrill in itself, I don’t know what is...
In short, here's why I write:
>Promote gratitude, appreciation, recognition and kindness
>Support quality and service of Postmen/women
>Preserve lost art+tradition and values
>Practice patience, focus and coordination
>Create a positive movement
>Influence other writers
>No battery charge needed
>Good ‘ol fashion timeless niceness
>Look forward to receiving mail
Welcome to the letter project. Join the movement!
-Son of Mark
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