5 Reasons You Should Be Writing by Hand in 2025

The pen is mightier than the keyboard.

It helps us process information more deeply

·       • Handwriting activates deeper mental processing than typing.

·       • It helps with summarizing, grouping, and encoding information.

·       • Using a smooth pen can enhance the experience (e.g., precision tip pens).

It amplifies creativity

·       • Writing by hand stimulates more brain activity than typing.

·       • Handwriting allows for more expressive, thoughtful composition.

·       • Colorful pens can increase creativity and enjoyment.

It boosts memory

·       • Handwriting is more cognitively taxing than typing.

·       • It promotes retention by requiring personal rephrasing of information.

It can be a soothing sensory experience

·       • The act of writing is meditative and promotes mindfulness.

·       • Sensory feedback benefits cognitive health.

It can boost your mood

·       • Journaling can reduce stress and improve emotional health.

·       • Writing helps process and reframe emotions for new perspectives.

Support your brain, mood, and creativity—pick up a pen today!

Rebecca Krug Art | G-Squared Studios

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