Reflecting on my experiences writing English weekly journals
Writing in English has always been a challenge for me. English is not my mother tongue, and I always found it difficult to express my thoughts and ideas in the language. Therefore, when I was asked to write weekly journals in English, I was quite hesitant. But little did I know, this exercise would become a game-changer in the way I approach the language today.
Initially, I found the task daunting. Every week, I had to write a minimum of 250 words in English. Coming up with ideas was hard, but what made it even harder was the fear of grammatical errors and incorrect sentence structures. I knew that my English was far from fluent, and in my head, my journals would make no sense at all.
But as I started writing, I realized that the weekly journals were not just a requirement, but an opportunity for me to practice writing in English. I started by writing short and simple sentences, then gradually expanded my vocabulary and used more complex sentence structures. I also began to experiment with different writing styles and techniques.
As I wrote, I found myself becoming more comfortable with the language. I started reading more English articles and watching shows in English, and I realized that I was sounding more and more like a native speaker. The fear of making mistakes started to dissipate, and I began to embrace the process of writing in English.
With time, I found that not only did my writing improve, but my speaking and listening skills also improved. The more I wrote in English, the more I began to think in English, and this helped me to communicate more effectively in the language. I no longer found myself struggling in situations where I had to speak or write in English.
In retrospect, writing weekly journals in English was a turning point for me. It taught me the value of practice, and it gave me the confidence to pursue other activities that require the use of English. Today, I can confidently say that I enjoy writing in English, something I never thought would happen.
In conclusion, reflecting on my experiences writing English weekly journals made me realize that practice truly makes perfect. What seemed like an impossible task at the beginning became a journey of self-discovery and self-improvement. It showed me that fear and doubt can be overcome, and that with determination and hard work, anything is possible. I will forever cherish the writing journals as they were not just exercises, but growth opportunities.
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