30. May 2026

How do you begin?

I guess this is a bit of a strange question to answer because I am sure that we all have the creative spark in us, but I think this generally needs something to fan the flame, as it were.

I started writing poetry as an outlet for emotion, but only wrote a couple of poems, it was only when I began the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises in daily life that I received the gift of poetry more openly.

I often find that the words just flow from me; almost without prompting to a situation or encounter.

I think my answer to the question is - enjoy the poetry of others, and if you feel a stirring within you to write, then believe in your ability and just go with it!