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I lost my gift. What is a good that I can get it back?

When I was in my early teens I use to write really good poetry ,that I won a lot prizes in school contests and stuff ,and years past I was always busy with my family problems ,that I lost my gift. What is a good that I can get it back? I tried writing but not as powerful word as before .


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I've been there. I understand what you're going through. Here's what I would recommend to jump start yourself.

Start reading good poety. Read poems that move you. Pay attention to what it is you like in those poems (i.e., a line that is good, a word choice, an image).

Start critiquing other people's poetry (that you like, but maybe missed the mark a bit). Show them how they can strenghten the piece. You can do it in a nice way. Working with other people's work allows you to get creative without having to stare at a blank page.

Finally, write and don't be discouraged if it isn't up to your standards. Realize that you may just get one line or image out of piece you write that's worth saving. Just keep writing and rewriting.

It will work for you.