#TheWritePathBlogHop: The Transformative Power of Writing: My Journey from Diary Entries to Blogging Success!
Participating in blog hops is always fun and I had a great time while participating in many blog hops on various subjects in past. However, since last few months, I was not able to become a part of any blog hops due to hectic work schedule.
Recently, when my dear friend (one of the wonderful blogger from blogging community) Swarnali Nath has announced “The Write path blog hop, I felt a sense of excitement. I loved the theme of this blog hop and decided to become a part of it instantly.
I am super excited to share my entry (as my writing journey) and looking forward to reading some amazing write-ups from talented co-bloggers with this blog hop.
Writing has been an integral part of my life since childhood and has profoundly impacted my personality, shaping who I am today.
From the moment I picked up my first diary to my current status as a successful blogger and author, writing has always been a constant companion and guided me through the various ups and downs of life.
In this blog post, I will take you on a journey through my writing experiences from childhood to the present day and will share how writing has not only been a hobby but a life-changing force for me. Keep reading to know more.
The Transformative Power of Writing: My Journey from Diary Entries to Blogging Success!
Writing as My Best Buddy (90s Kids’ Favorite Activity: Writing a Diary)
As a child of the 90s, I fondly remember the suggestion my dad made one evening over dinner. He handed me a small, colorful diary and encouraged me to jot down my day-to-day experiences. Initially, it was a playful hobby and a means to capture the little joys and adventures of childhood. From the excitement of a new bicycle to the triumph of a school quiz, my diary became the canvas for my young mind’s creativity.
This daily ritual was the starting point of writing journey and helped in developing my writing skills. The act of putting thoughts into words, structuring sentences, and expressing emotions through written language not only honed my writing but also instilled a sense of discipline and introspection over the time. My diary became my best buddy during golden phase of childhood and always stayed with me as a silent companion in several moments of joy and sadness both.
Writing as My Pride Possession: High School to College
As I transitioned into my teenage years and eventually into college, writing evolved from a hobby into a pride possession. It was all started, when I participated in a story writing competition for a reputed newspaper. To my amazement, I won the Best budding writer award for my story submission. That recognition was a pivotal moment and ignited a newfound seriousness towards writing.
After this victory, my dad has encouraged me and suggested to write regularly as a contributing writer for various prestigious newspapers including Nai dunia, Nav Bharat and Dainik Bhaskar. Luckly, these newspapers have liked my submissions and I become a regular contributing writer for their prestigious platforms.
This trend continued throughout my high school and college years.
Writing for newspapers and magazines on a wide array of subjects, from book reviews to in-depth health articles has enriched my experience as a writer and allowed me to explore diverse topics. It was an exciting journey of learn something new every day and expressing my thoughts to a broader audience.
This period played a crucial role in building a well-rounded personality and enhances my knowledge on various subjects. I truly understood the power of words and the impact they could have on readers during these years.
Writing Helped Me to Restart My Career
After marriage, my life took a different turn as I got busy with my medical career. Writing took a backseat as I navigated the demands of my profession and personal life. However, in 2015, a significant change occurred when I moved from India to the USA due to my husband’s job. The move brought with it visa restrictions, which prevented me from working in the medical field.
During this period of professional hiatus, I decided to reignite my childhood love for writing. I started blogging to overcome the frustration caused by Visa related restriction and the rest, as they say, is history. Blogging opened up a whole new world for me. It became a platform to share my thoughts, experiences, and knowledge with a global audience. The response was overwhelming and encouraging and pushed me to write more and explore various topics.
Through blogging, I not only rediscovered my passion for writing but also carved out a new career path. Over the years, I have published four eBooks, each reflecting a different aspect of my journey and interests. Blogging has been instrumental in shaping my identity as a writer and has provided me with opportunities to grow and succeed in this field.
Writing Helped Me to Make New Friends and Connect with the Outer World in a Creative Way
This is one of the most rewarding aspects of writing. Writing Helped Me to Make New Friends and allow me to connect with the outer World in a creative way.
Through my blog and other writing platforms, I have met numerous like-minded individuals who share same passion for writing. These connections have blossomed into friendships and cultivated a sense of community and support around me.
Writing as a Healer
Beyond being a good-time buddy, writing has been a great help during difficult times as well. It has served as a therapeutic tool and helped me navigate through challenging emotions and situations.
When I faced the heart-wrenching experience of IUD (Intra uterine death of my first born) and recently, the profound loss of my mother, writing became my solace. Writing has helped me cope up with these difficult situations and give me much needed strength to overcome the profound feeling of grief and loss.
In nut shell, writing has been a transformative force in my life. From the playful entries in my childhood diary to the structured articles for newspapers, and now, as a blogger and author, writing has shaped my personality with many vibrant colors and provided me countless opportunities. I am so grateful to the incredible art of writing for been a steadfast companion through the highs and lows of life.
Thanks again to Swarnali for giving me a chance to look back and enjoy those glorious as well as challenging moments. Hope, my loving readers would also enjoy reading my writing journey.
Would love to end the post with the powerful quote from Anne Frank.
“I can shake off everything as I write; my sorrows disappear, my courage is reborn”.
This post is part of the ‘The Write Path’ blog hop hosted by Swarnali Nath.
19 Comments
Aishwariya Laxmi
More power to your pen, Surbhi. I, too, use writing to deal with complex emotions and turbulence. It has now become like breathing for me.
Swarnali Nath
I am glad that you participated in the blog hop, Dr Surbhi. Your transformative journey through writing is inspirational. It happened with me too, writing took a backseat while doing my engineering but later, it came to my rescue. Glad to know that you contributed to those prestigious platforms. Only one thing I lacked in your post is how writing helped you heal through those tough times. I can understand sometimes penning down our emotions feels tough. But your experience of healing through writing is very inspiring and motivational for readers like me. I hope to know about it more from you in the future. Thank you so much for joining us in The Write Path Blog Hop. It means a lot to us. Gratitude and best wishes to you for your writing life ahead.
Alpana Deo
I can relate to most of what you have said. I have the same experience with writing. It has always helped me in tricky situations. We truly are fortunate to have this power at our finger tips.
Ambica Gulati
What a wonderful beginning to your writing journey! Winning the budding writer award was such motivation to never stop writing. I really like the quote by Anne Frank, writing gives me courage as well. It makes me face myself and then change myself. Words are our best companions.
Sonia Dogra
You’ve had a wonderful run with writing. I am sure you’re aiming to be back with your stories in newspapers pretty soon.
Ambica Gulati
I look at your words as a blessing. Thank you, Sonia.
Janaki
So good to see that despite your demanding profession you continue with your childhood hobby that has now become mainstream. I loved you last sentence the most. That when you write your sorrows disappear and courage is reborn. Keep writing, Surbhi..
samata
Alpana reading your posts after a long time and I am glad that this time the post is on a topic which connects each one of us like flowers in a garland. You are indeed a wonderful writer and the way you evolved leaving back your established medical career in India to embrace the world of writing for the mentioned reason clearly talks about the strength writing managed to gave you to find a new found meaning to life. You are indeed an inspirational persona and writing made you one.
Samata
Surabhi reading your posts after a long time and I am glad that this time the post is on a topic which connects each one of us like flowers in a garland. You are indeed a wonderful writer and the way you evolved leaving back your established medical career in India to embrace the world of writing for the mentioned reason clearly talks about the strength writing managed to gave you to find a new found meaning to life. You are indeed an inspirational persona and writing made you one.
Zenobia Merchant
Your story resonates alot with me as I too wrote for my college magazines and newspapers. From diary writing to writing blogs is a commendable progress. We as bloggers/writers are indeed blessed to find an outlet in writing.
Suchita
Connect with the Outer World in a Creative Way – I loved this thought Surbhi. I do believe that as writers, we see the world in a different light. And that quote you wrote in the end – courage is reborn – such an apt closure to your journey. It’s not easy to make a career pivot and you did. Kudos to your spirit.
Dashy
I am enjoying this blog hop as I see myself in every other writer’s story. Diary writing was the start of my writing journey too, and it continues to be my favourite part of writing till date. It’s amazing that you started getting published in prestigious newspapers at an early age, and you got to restart your writing career after moving abroad too. It looks like it was always meant to be. It was nice reading your story, Surbhi.
A Rustic Mind
Your professional writing journey began at such a young age. What a feeling of pride and nostalgia it must evoke when you look at your stories and articles published in newspapers and magazines as a mere teenager. From then till now, its no wonder your writing has only improved with time, and also helped you grow as a person. And yes, its hardly surprising that through your downs too, writing has been the hand you held for healing and strength. Sending you all positive vibes and motivation to continue on this path for a long long time
Deepti Menon
What an amazing saga of transformation, Surbhi. I have read and enjoyed your writing earlier as well. Your post brought a feeling of deja vu because I too began writing in a diary that my mother gave me, wrote through school and college and then moved on to a career of teaching and writing. It is wonderful to see that writing is therapeutic for you and has helped you to cope with tragic situations as well. Here’s to much more writing ahead! Kudos!
Sivaranjini Anandan
Wonderful. You rediscovered a new carrier path after life’s turns. Being a doctor helping people get better and with writing you get the opportunity to get hold of writing which also heals in a number of ways and hatsoff doctor for balancing both. ????????
nooranandchawla
It was a pleasure to read about your writing journey Surbhi, and I’m glad you ventured down this path. Sometimes, life has a way of leading us to where we need to be.
Geethica
You are correct in saying Diary Entry as a 90’s kid’s activity. I instantly went to my childhood when I started journaling as a kid and gradually it became a habit. Later when I was busy in family, I thought I need to do something that makes me happy and there, my passion of writing smiled at me.
booknerdsamee
I really wish someday when I have kids I’ll give them diary and make them write anything and everything they feel in it. I am so happy to see how you rediscovered your love for writing. Thank you for sharing the snippets from the newspaper and your writing journey!
Sadvika Kylash
I also used to have a diary in my college days. And now I am trying to inculcate this habit in my elder one too. Writing has helped my thought my personal journey as well.