Triond: It’s Important to Support Our Fellow Writers
We are a strong, intelligent, talented community of writers. Let’s work together to make our dreams a reality.
I would like to propose an idea that will hopefully catch on quickly!
Every writer on Triond.com has a similar goal, to create and improve their writing, have it read in published form, and continue forward with their writing dreams. So in this common dream, why don’t we all take the time to help each other out? We are all, after all, intrinsically connected and we all can learn from one another. The more we read and learn from others the sharper our writing skills become and the more great writing ideas we will generate. It is a circular, win-win cycle.
So, let’s all try to read at least one other writer’s article a day and leave a positive and constructive comment. This is simple to do and it can make a great difference in everyone’s overall income as well as improving everyone’s writing skills. It only takes a few minutes, but it can and will help propel us all forward toward making all our dreams and hopes come true.
I have to say that I was inspired with this idea by Lucy Lockett. Please check out her articles at socyberty.com.
She is kind soul and one of the writers on this site who has read many of my articles and has generously left a great number of comments. It is to her that I would like to dedicate this idea and article to. Her comments as well as those left by others, like lizzie2uk, have helped me further believe in my writing talents and that I can truly make all my dreams a reality.
We are meant to help one another through life. It is so true, the more you help others, the more you help yourself and the more energy you have to help more people! We are all connected, we all want the best for each other. I truly believe this with all my heart. I believe that people only do harm to others because people can only treat others as well as they can treat themselves.
The more we lift one another up, the less pain we all suffer. When you help a stranger by a simple gesture, for example, reading his or her article, you indirectly help the world because maybe that stranger feels happier and can be kinder to the checker at the grocery store who is, your husband, wife, mother, father, grandmother…you get the picture.
Be well, live, love and be happy. Best wishes to all.
Joie Schmidt © Copyright 2007 All Rights Reserved.
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July 14th, 2007 at 8:07 am
Many thanks for the mention and I agree with you too. I read other writers each day and always leave a comment but it is amazing how many don’t bother to read what I’v e written in return. Maybe if we set an example we might just set a trend.
July 14th, 2007 at 4:47 pm
Awesome. I don’t see why people don’t do this more. If you want something nice done for you, do something for somebody else! They may return the favor.
July 18th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
I applaude your article and am better for having read it. I share your sentiments and although new to this site, I am just starting to figure things out here. Thank you, francie
July 20th, 2007 at 12:06 pm
love the idea. i’m new here and i’ve only got one article up.. i dont have any training with regards to writing but i do envy those who write well and has brilliant ideas. i hope you guys can put up tips and stuff and as you said lets all support each other.
July 20th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
I agree with all you say Laine, my mother encourages me to journal. She found Triond a short time ago and suggested I sometimes write here,I do like many of the articles and pictures here on Triond and although very busy with my studies I am going to try and keep up with this site for the summer anyway.
Thanks for your great article, and I hope the people here do
hear what you are saying. I am not a writer but writing helps me have a voice and hope that I am heard.
August 3rd, 2007 at 10:19 am
I don’t understand the comment above, but I think this is a wonderful idea as well.
Thank you!
August 6th, 2007 at 12:41 am
Whats not to understand?
Great idea, important article and to support others ideas and
comments.
All the best,
Joyce
August 10th, 2007 at 7:46 pm
This is a great idea!
August 10th, 2007 at 8:11 pm
I agree too! Wonderful idea!
August 18th, 2007 at 5:48 pm
Just stopped by to again reinforce what you have to say about encouragement. Sometimes there are words written that we may not fully understand by others here on Triond. If we stop, reread usually we can understand what they are meaning to say. Not everyone expresses themselves the same. There really is no right or wrong way to say “thank you” just some say it differently. I have noticed YOU see it right, and even if misspelled or written a bit differently you respond with much kindness. What an admirable quality you possess. We all have our own way, as long as it is not blatantly rude, or unkind, it’s all good. We sometimes need to reread and then things do make fine sense. I like that quality in a person.
Thank you
August 22nd, 2007 at 2:39 pm
I’m new to this and am still finding my way around so your article is of great use to me.
I will give it a try as like you said we all share a common interest.
This idea actually reminded me of a film i saw on TV called “Pay it Forward”.
Many Thanks
pdlc
October 13th, 2007 at 10:07 am
I totally agree that we must help each other to help ourselves . Please could you read this and tell me if you like and how I can make it better. Panasonic Q
January 3rd, 2008 at 6:37 pm
Angus,
Yes, you’re right. A fine article. Good idea too. Write more.
Regards,
R J Dent.
January 8th, 2008 at 12:40 pm
This is a great Idea! After joinning up with triond,I have found alot of great information from other writers.
January 8th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Another great idea. I two try and read a new person/ a person I haven’t read before a day. Knowing that when you first get started it can be very discouraging.b Thank You once again
January 8th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Although this will help others create better content, I doubt it makes much of a difference in income. So I do this purely to help others out on their content, and to give them positive messages about their writing.
January 8th, 2008 at 6:42 pm
Wonderfu idea but something I don’t understand, I have been reading articles published on Jan, 8 2008 but they are older articles, some I have read and some I haven’t. What is happening here?
January 21st, 2008 at 12:50 pm
Thank you so much for this article, writers like you contribute to the idea of “community.” I would also like to personally thank you for your comment on one of my articles recently, 4 Signs Your Relationship Needs Help. Your support is truly appreciated! Thanks again and I will be sure to support other writers as you have and continue to do.
January 24th, 2008 at 9:30 pm
What a fabulous idea. I already do this, but I love that you have laid it out so plainly. Thanks.
February 29th, 2008 at 10:29 am
I agree and will. Great way to help each other reach their goals. I am new to writing and Triond. Comments left always lift my spirit and inspire me to write more. Jacqui51
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October 1st, 2008 at 12:32 pm
I couldn’t agree more and that’s what I hope for and try to practice as well. Great advice for the many writers here who appreiciate the art and the why we write. Very well done! Michael
October 14th, 2008 at 10:21 am
GREAT is everything I can say. Thank you.
November 12th, 2008 at 7:31 pm
very good
December 18th, 2008 at 11:51 am
I like what you have to say. I do read other articles on here and learn things about what they have to say. I’m glad that you are willing to express yourself. I share stories and poems and other things i’d like to share. Hope to continue to read more of what you write. Thank you for being who you are.
January 4th, 2009 at 7:32 am
A great article and a real piece of encouragement for writers. I make the effort each day to read and comment on most of the friends articles of that day. It has been an education for me.
I really enjoy your work.
Christine
October 12th, 2009 at 6:08 pm
Nice one.
August 31st, 2010 at 10:45 am
Great article. I do read a lot of articles every day, but don’t comment that much. I will do my best to do that too, and hopefully someone will comment on my articles.
October 3rd, 2010 at 4:43 pm
Hi Liane
I love the encouragement you provide each and everyone of us. I try each and everyday to follow your examples. Thanks for sharing your inspiring article and advice with us.
Blessings to you always,
Chris