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By: Lee Soo-jung
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In the current untact era, communication is centered around 'text.' The reasons for writing are numerous, but it is no longer merely beneficial; it has become necessary.
Despite the digital nature of our time, opportunities for writing have increased. Emails and text messages—all forms of text—are now indispensable. Have you ever wondered why there's a renewed focus on writing, or why one should learn it now?
Our world has entered and is thriving in a 'digital' era. With nothing impossible through a smartphone, the world is at one's fingertips with a simple 'touch.' Strangely, however, the need to write has increased. Consider how many emails and text messages you composed today; these are all forms of writing.
How many posts did you make on social media platforms like blogs, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter today? These are unequivocally forms of writing as well. Notice how much communication happens through written text now?
Today, most communication is done via text, with phone calls primarily reserved for marketing and spam. Yet, communication needs have not decreased; they have vastly increased. Social media enables an expansion of relationships and networks.
We find ourselves in an unprecedented era of 'communication,' encountering new forms of relationships within a massive global network accessible from the palm of our hands. 'Communication' is fundamental to relationships. Moreover, we are amidst the unforeseen trend of 'post-pandemic.' The 'untact' era, where face-to-face interactions are minimal, has emerged.
In the untact framing, effective and productive communication is in higher demand. At the core of untact communication lies 'text' and 'writing.' Writing well enables better communication, which, in turn, fosters improved relationships, crucial in personal life and business.
The "Empathetic Writing" course aims to include both literary and practical writing, focusing on enhancing communication and relationships. If you wish to improve connections through messages or social media, join us in exploring how written text can more effectively convey the same messages.
For better communication and relationships, we look forward to meeting you in the "Empathetic Writing" sessions. Until the next time!
Instructor / Lee Soo-jung
Editor, Translator, Essayist, Novelist
Translator of over 50 English books including The Old Man and the Sea, Gates on Gates, and Thank You, Starbucks
Recipient of the Dongsuh Coffee Literary Award, Kyunghee Overseas Korean Literary Award in the essay category
Won excellence at the 18th Overseas Korean Literary Award for the short story "Dance of Sound"
Published the essay Will You Be My Ally? in 2019
