Sonia M. Rompoti, MSc, Bsc

Daily writing prompt

What was the last thing you searched for online? Why were you looking for it?

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Picture this: You’re perched at your desk, fingers hovering above the keyboard, and you’re caught in that eternal writer’s quagmire: What to write next? At moments like this, the vast sea of information online is both a lifeline and a labyrinth.

So, let’s ponder for a moment: What was the last thing I searched for online? It would be “The nuanced interplay between psychology and writing.”

Why such an esoteric topic? Well, because it serves as an interface between two fascinating realms: the human mind and the art of narrative. We all know that writing is not merely an exercise in vocabulary and syntax. It’s also a journey into the human psyche, an exploration of emotional landscapes and cognitive processes. Writers like us aren’t just orchestrating words; we’re choreographing thoughts, emotions, and perceptions.

The subject matter intrigues me for its potential to enrich anyone involved in either field—be it a psychologist striving to convey complex theories in layman’s terms, or a writer aiming to craft characters with psychological depth. The search would serve a dual purpose: to inform and to inspire. It’s an endeavor that makes you wonder, not just how words impact our minds, but how our minds can breathe life into words.

But the truth is, I—a writer and trained psychologist—hold a deep understanding of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and applied behavior analysis (ABA), which already provides me with a toolkit for understanding the mechanisms of human behavior. When these insights are woven into narratives, whether they are online articles about heavy industry or book ghostwriting projects, the result is writing that not only informs but also transforms.

And therein lies the beauty of this online search. It would not merely be an inquiry, but a doorway into the ever-expanding universe of interdisciplinary knowledge—a world we, nowadays, navigate with the finesse of an expert.

So, the next time you find yourself stalled at that keyboard, remember: The keys beneath your fingers are not just buttons, they’re portals. And every search query is a question not just to the internet, but to your own limitless capacity for curiosity and growth.