The author reflects on their experience switching from typing to writing with fountain pens, noting that handwriting led to more thoughtful, intentional journal entries enriched with personal insight. Supporting this, neuroscientific studies show handwriting activates broader brain regions related to motor, sensory, and cognitive processing, fostering deeper engagement than typing. While some research disputes clear advantages, the author suggests handwriting’s slower pace and increased mindfulness may uniquely benefit creative writing beyond academic note-taking contexts.
Mightier Than the Keyboard
