Using a Fountain Pen to Enhance Focus and Productivity While Working Online
The fast-paced and constantly connected world of work can be both a blessing and a curse. While technology has made it easier than ever to communicate and collaborate with others, it has also led to a never ending stream of distractions, interruptions, brought about by notifications and addicting social media. As a result, we struggle to find the focus and concentration we need to get get anything done.
One way to escape the noise and distractions of the digital world is by using a fountain pen. Fountain pens have a long history, dating back to the 9th century, and have remained popular since then because of their ability to enhance the writing experience. They have fallen out of fashion as of late, but they can still offer us many benefits in our digital world.
Slow down
Fountain pens require a slower, more deliberate pace of writing compared to traditional pens or keyboards. Using a fountain pen will slow down your thoughts and increase focus, allowing you to be more present in the moment.
Your writing sessions will become meditative, relaxing affairs, without notifications beeping and blooping their way into your mind. Given that you put your phone in another room and on silent.
Tactile writing
The physical act of writing with a fountain pen can also improve your ability to think creatively and solve problems. The tactile feedback of the pen on paper stimulates the brain and allows you to focus on the task at hand, leading to more innovative ideas.
It might take a little bit of time to adjust to writing again, but once you have been through it a couple of times you will feel your hand stretch and flow as it glides across the paper inking your thoughts into reality.
De-stress
Fountain pens can also be an effective stress reliever. The act of writing with a fountain pen is calming, and the slow pace of writing can help to reduce anxiety and stress levels.
Slowing your writing, slows your thoughts; no longer will your mind rush about thinking of this and that, of chores and tasks. You will slow down, focus, and relax.
Let your creativity flow
Finally, writing with a fountain pen can enhance the written word itself. The ink flows smoothly, creating a more beautiful and legible writing style. This can make notes and documents more enjoyable to read, leading to greater engagement and productivity.
Your handwriting won't be lovely at first, it takes time and practice, but eventually the beautiful swooshes and loops will come. Writing will be an enjoyment until itself. The beautiful letters will be their own reward.
Disconnect and write
Incorporating a fountain pen into your daily routine can be a simple and effective way to escape the noise and interruptions of working online. By slowing down the pace of work, improving creativity and problem solving, reducing stress and anxiety, and enhancing the written word, a fountain pen can help you focus, be more productive, and find peace in a hectic world.