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Your Brain on Writing:
10 life-changing ways that writing supports academic success, emotional well-being, and confidence*
*According to the book, Your Brain on Art
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According to Your Brain On Art, a regular practice of creative writing has been shown to lower stress levels, reduce anxiety and alleviate depression.
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It also improves the capacity to stay focused and calm.
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Creative writing improves emotional intelligence and emotional resilience.
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It cultivates a deeper empathy for oneself and others.
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It enhances cognitive abilities and executive function
6. It strengthens academic writing and literacy-based SAT scores, as well as the skills necessary for writing exemplary college application essays.
7. It improves self-awareness, clarity of thought and decision-making skills.
8. It improves communication skills and social-intelligence.
9. It provides a feeling of mattering that fosters intrinsic self-confidence.
10. And most importantly, writing empowers young people to find their voice and believe in themselves, both as writers and as individuals.
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