Maintaining your voice in an AI powered writing world
9 tips to retain your authentic voice as a writer
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson.
From as early as I can recall, writing has been a passion of mine, not unlike those of you who share this aspiration, and write here on Medium. Over the years, my pen has danced gleefully across many pages and in numerous forms, from introspective journal entries to musings on ‘The Art of Walking’, and extending to more academic articles as dictated by my scholarly pursuits. Truth be told, I revel in the artistry of selecting the precise words to suit different contexts, embodying the sentiment that many writers hold dear:
“The pen is mightier than the sword.”
Did she slink or waddle? Did he smile or grin? To me, these nuances reveal much about a character’s mood and personality. Slinking suggests stealth and possibly secrecy, while waddling may indicate clumsiness or comedy. A smile conveys warmth and friendliness, whereas a grin implies mischief or sarcasm. These descriptors matter to me because they paint a vivid picture of the character’s…