Title: Benefits-of-Writing-Poetry | Pongo Teen Writing
Headings: Benefits of Writing Poetry
Benefits of Writing Poetry
Content: People who write poetry exercise insight and sensitivity, sometimes in profound and illuminating ways. The act of creating poetry reinforces ego strengths, including realizations about who I am, what I think, what my life has been like, what I want, and what I can accomplish. Writing poetry is a natural process for people in pain. Writing poetry is a natural process for people who are developing an identity and/or seeking understanding. Poetry provides a safe and private experience, with individual control over the outcome. Poetry provides a basis for greater interpersonal communication about personal issues and for stronger relationships. People who write poetry use a variety of cognitive skills. In an appropriately structured program, poetry can be used by individuals with severe emotional difficulties and/or poor cognitive skills. Writing a poem is a concrete accomplishment. A person’s purpose in writing a poem can be altruistic, educational, inspirational, etc.