{"id":668,"date":"2024-05-28T11:32:14","date_gmt":"2024-05-28T11:32:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldletterwritingday.com\/?p=668"},"modified":"2024-12-07T15:00:21","modified_gmt":"2024-12-07T04:00:21","slug":"five-reasons-you-need-to-start-writing-letters-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldletterwritingday.com\/five-reasons-you-need-to-start-writing-letters-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Reasons You Need To Start Writing Letters Today"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Having a pen pal and writing more can help ease anxiety, loneliness and even relieve <a href=\"https:\/\/srcxp.com\/can-writing-help-with-anxiety-and-relieve-stress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/srcxp.com\/can-writing-help-with-anxiety-and-relieve-stress\/\" aria-label=\"stress\">stress<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Yet spend five minutes Googling \u201cpen pals\u201d and the articles and studies are either geared towards children and tweens, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homecareassistancenewhaven.com\/benefits-of-pen-pals-for-seniors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.homecareassistancenewhaven.com\/benefits-of-pen-pals-for-seniors\/\" aria-label=\"elderly\">elderly<\/a>, or even <a href=\"https:\/\/warwick.ac.uk\/newsandevents\/news\/pen_pal_is\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/warwick.ac.uk\/newsandevents\/news\/pen_pal_is\/\" aria-label=\"prisoners\">prisoners<\/a>. Many mental health charities also offer pen pal <a href=\"http:\/\/depressionuk.org\/index.php\/how-we-can-help\/friendship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:http:\/\/depressionuk.org\/index.php\/how-we-can-help\/friendship\/\" aria-label=\"schemes\">schemes<\/a> to support people through particular challenges such as depression.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Most report benefits of boosted happiness, supporting <a href=\"https:\/\/theweek.com\/articles\/490493\/how-writing-by-hand-makes-kids-smarter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/theweek.com\/articles\/490493\/how-writing-by-hand-makes-kids-smarter\" aria-label=\"brain\">brain<\/a>development, increased connection, feelings of acceptance, cross-cultural learning and even boosting physical health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Factors all adults could benefit from, particularly given increasing rates of burn out, stress and loneliness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Here are five reasons why you should get out that pen today and find yourself a pen pal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Writing is good for your brain<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Studies continue to highlight the benefits of journaling for mental health. The process of writing out the words on paper can even aid brain <a href=\"https:\/\/positivepsychologyprogram.com\/benefits-of-journaling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/positivepsychologyprogram.com\/benefits-of-journaling\/\" aria-label=\"cognition\">cognition<\/a> and function. Mental health charities have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mind.org.uk\/information-support\/your-stories\/journal-to-self-love\/#.XOzezshKjIU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.mind.org.uk\/information-support\/your-stories\/journal-to-self-love\/#.XOzezshKjIU\" aria-label=\"shared\">shared<\/a> case studies of how writing helps normalize people\u2019s feelings and allow them to process them in different ways. And given that humans are social beings, expressing yourself to a pen pal may just enhance these benefits further.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-670 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/worldletterwritingday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/rsz_rawpixel_delivery-envelopes-mail-1919343-1200x823.jpg-1024x702.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"980\" height=\"672\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>We spend more than a day a week online<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.telegraph.co.uk\/news\/2018\/08\/01\/decade-smartphones-now-spend-entire-day-every-week-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.telegraph.co.uk\/news\/2018\/08\/01\/decade-smartphones-now-spend-entire-day-every-week-online\/\" aria-label=\"average\">average<\/a> person in the U.K. now spending more than one day a week online, the challenges of disconnecting and non-screen time are only growing. One study showed that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.telegraph.co.uk\/news\/2018\/08\/01\/decade-smartphones-now-spend-entire-day-every-week-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.telegraph.co.uk\/news\/2018\/08\/01\/decade-smartphones-now-spend-entire-day-every-week-online\/\" aria-label=\"40%\">40%<\/a> of adults in the U.K. look at their phones within five minutes of waking up\u2014increasing potential for racing thoughts and anxiousness to kick in early in the day. Whilst there are many pros to what technology provides, over-use is leading to heightened stress.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-673 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/worldletterwritingday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/pixabay-device-digital-ecommerce-35550-1200x800.jpg-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"980\" height=\"654\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Writing creates connection<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whilst we are more connected than ever digitally this continues to be reported\u2014we\u2019re feeling more distanced than ever.<\/p>\n<p>More than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campaigntoendloneliness.org\/loneliness-research\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.campaigntoendloneliness.org\/loneliness-research\/\" aria-label=\"9 million\">9 million<\/a> people say they always or often feel lonely\u2014and that\u2019s just in the U.K. Recognising the weight of the issue, the U.K. even appointed its first ministerial lead for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/news\/pm-commits-to-government-wide-drive-to-tackle-loneliness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/news\/pm-commits-to-government-wide-drive-to-tackle-loneliness\" aria-label=\"loneliness\">loneliness<\/a> in 2018. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/lifeandstyle\/2018\/jan\/18\/feeling-lonely-meet-people-extreme-isolation-found-happiness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/lifeandstyle\/2018\/jan\/18\/feeling-lonely-meet-people-extreme-isolation-found-happiness\" aria-label=\"Chronic\">Chronic<\/a>loneliness can have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campaigntoendloneliness.org\/threat-to-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.campaigntoendloneliness.org\/threat-to-health\/\" aria-label=\"negative\">negative<\/a> impact on mental and physical health, with individuals more prone to depression and an increased risk of high blood pressure and heart disease.<\/p>\n<p>While handwritten letters may not fully replace sitting opposite someone for a cup of tea, there\u2019s an element of deeper connection that is present. Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffingtonpost.co.uk\/2015\/01\/11\/benefits-of-writing-letters-and-postcards_n_6425540.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9jb25zZW50LnlhaG9vLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAhuaOlc-v3QMewkoIkFm6AROStpDgvENbIFmVl4PvNAYM1F1OISn2wZvfmls7m4DqRKVmG5J6hwR2F1mP0i8diFd1NBDmPfFO8XaBXvSDs6YUqckOz5Rv7TG3iPxfS5NfkSYlPt8mLawK_XLzLHhSEg4JPkgCicC3glMA69I8xW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.huffingtonpost.co.uk\/2015\/01\/11\/benefits-of-writing-letters-and-postcards_n_6425540.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9jb25zZW50LnlhaG9vLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAhuaOlc-v3QMewkoIkFm6AROStpDgvENbIFmVl4PvNAYM1F1OISn2wZvfmls7m4DqRKVmG5J6hwR2F1mP0i8diFd1NBDmPfFO8XaBXvSDs6YUqckOz5Rv7TG3iPxfS5NfkSYlPt8mLawK_XLzLHhSEg4JPkgCicC3glMA69I8xW\" aria-label=\"studies\">studies<\/a> have shown boosts to mood and reductions in stress from expressive writing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-674 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/worldletterwritingday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/rawpixel-bed-bedroom-fun-1881328-1200x817.jpg-1024x697.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"980\" height=\"667\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>More joy and delight in our lives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Just thinking of the last time you received an actual letter in the post is likely to fill you with at least an inkling of delight. There\u2019s something surprising and delighting about receiving a handwritten note.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nifplay.org\/institute\/about-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:http:\/\/www.nifplay.org\/institute\/about-us\/\" aria-label=\"Dr Stuart Brown\">Dr Stuart Brown<\/a>, renown \u201cplay\u201d expert, and <a href=\"https:\/\/brenebrown.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/brenebrown.com\/\" aria-label=\"Brene Brown\">Brene Brown<\/a> show how play is critical for our wellbeing and living a full life. Play can also help relieve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helpguide.org\/articles\/mental-health\/benefits-of-play-for-adults.htm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.helpguide.org\/articles\/mental-health\/benefits-of-play-for-adults.htm\/\" aria-label=\"stress\">stress<\/a> and even stimulate creativity. Who couldn\u2019t do with more of that? Writing letters could be a way to sprinkle back some joy and delight.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019re not doing it for the benefits to your mental health, brain cognition or deep social connection, having a pen pal at its least will give you an element of play and surprise in your life.<\/p>\n<p>Find penpals on:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/WorldLetterWritingDayPenPals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/WorldLetterWritingDayPenPals\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/WorldLetterWritingDayPenPals\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-487 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/worldletterwritingday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/WorldLetterWritingDay_penpals-300x203.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"203\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having a pen pal and writing more can help ease anxiety, loneliness and even relieve stress. Yet spend five minutes Googling \u201cpen pals\u201d and the articles and studies are either geared towards children and tweens, the elderly, or even prisoners. Many mental health charities also offer pen pal schemes to support people through particular challenges such as depression. Most report benefits of boosted happiness, supporting braindevelopment, increased connection, feelings of acceptance, cross-cultural learning and even boosting physical health. Factors all adults could benefit from, particularly given increasing rates of burn out, stress and loneliness. Here are five reasons why you&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8829,"featured_media":671,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3662],"tags":[3675],"class_list":["post-668","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-story-to-story","tag-writing-letters"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.8.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Five Reasons You Need To Start Writing Letters Today - World Letter Writing Day<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/worldletterwritingday.com\/five-reasons-you-need-to-start-writing-letters-today\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Five Reasons You Need To Start Writing Letters Today - World Letter Writing Day\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Having a pen pal and writing more can help ease anxiety, loneliness and even relieve stress. 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