Day 1:
Poetry

I believe that poetry has the ability to arouse intense emotions (okay maybe not like that), take us to other settings throughout time, and succinctly convey complicated thoughts and sentiments. It has the power to grab our attention and hold it in thrall, whether you are impressed by the sonorous language of a classic Shakespearean sonnet (my personal favourite is Sonnet 104) or the vivid imagery of a modern slam poem.

In fact, I first mentioned poetry here on Day 1 of last year's Spring Break Project. For me, reading and writing poetry is a deeply personal experience. The very act of penning a piece of poetry can almost be a form of therapy, a way for me to process complicated emotions that help to make sense of the world around us. Even reading poetry can be a form of socialization, a way to connect with the deepest parts of ourselves and with the shared experiences that make us human.

These days, a lot of people will tell you that poetry is a dying art form. And while that may be true in the eyes of some, I think that there is still a dedicated community with that you can share your feelings to. So, you are not the only one who appreciates poetry. Whether you read poetry for pleasure, for inspiration, or for personal growth, the beauty and power of poetry is undeniable. 

Currently, I've been experimenting most with free prose, probably because it's the most like writing normal fiction. I usually try different styles such as stanzas or stream-of-consciousness styles, but I am trying to push myself to do more traditional styles of poetry (e.g. sonnets) because sometimes having a structure pushes your creative boundaries more.