Writing Thoughts in Threads: Weaving Connections That Stick
A writer’s goal is to guide the reader, linking one idea to another seamlessly. But not all connections are sturdy…
Ever played the game of connecting dots in your mind?
Sometimes, when I’m idle, my mind starts a curious journey. I see my dog, Lily, and suddenly I’m thinking of french fries. Crazy, right? But there’s a method to this madness.
It starts simply enough. Seeing Lily, I’d think of flowers. Flowers reminded me of Monet’s paintings. Monet took me to France. France? Obviously, delicious French food. And oddly enough, French food brought me to… french fries. And from there, “Pulp Fiction”, the movie.
The challenge? Making these connections while writing.
A writer’s goal is to guide the reader, linking one idea to another seamlessly.
But not all connections are sturdy.
Some are strong and intricate, like spider silk, while others, like yarn, can easily break.
Then it hit me. These connections, these mental threads, were the backbone of effective storytelling.
They’re what make a story relatable, understandable.
