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Handwriting is a skill that has depreciated over time, becoming less important as we use computers more and more. Though many schools are focusing more on technology and less on the things we put down by hand, many people are seeing fault with this strategy. In fact, 64% of people wish the schools hadn’t shifted their priorities.
If you are one of these people, you’ll be glad to hear that you can improve your handwriting, even now. If you’re wondering how to go about this, we’ve made a short list of tips on how to improve your penmanship.
Using the correct writing instrument makes all the difference, so you’ll want to select the tool that works for you. Utensils such as a luxury mechanical pencil are bound to give you far better results than the ten pack you bought at the dollar store.
Take a couple of minutes here and there to practice small exercises meant to improve the fluidity of your movements. Draw symmetrical lines and continuous loops so that you’ll feel more comfortable and polished when you apply these tactics to your lettering.
To get the most out of your handwriting, you’ll need to pay attention to balance. When we make any sort of motion, our entire body works together in order to determine the result. By slouching over and resting our head on our chin, we’re effectively throwing off the balance that’s required to write well. Be sure to keep your back straight, your chin elevated, and both feet planted on the ground.
Holding your pen or pencil too tight is going to cause your body to do more work than is necessary—you may cramp up or become fatigued faster than you would have otherwise. Play with your grip and use the writing position that is most comfortable for you.
Having a collection of characters that all reach different heights is automatically going to make your handwriting look sloppy. Be sure to take the time to evaluate the height of your letters and make sure that they all line up correctly.
We all know that good things don’t come quickly. The most rewarding payoff is the one that took time and effort. If you slow down and carve out the time required to truly develop your skill, you’ll find your results far more attractive than you would have if you rushed it.
