In honor of National Poetry Month, I’ll be sharing tips and news for poets this month. Today, I’m going to address the question, “Why write poetry?” Research shows that there are several benefits to writing and reading poetry. Here are a few.
For Readers
- a deeper appreciation of the world around them
- a better understanding of oneself and others
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comfort in difficult times
- sheer enjoyment and entertainment
- relaxation
For Writers
- the opportunity to express emotions
- the opportunity to impact readers
- the pleasure of writing
- the ability to have fun with language
- the opportunity to learn about yourself and others
As you can see, there are many benefits to reading and writing poetry. I’d love to know, why do you read and/or write poetry?
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