Do you prefer reading or writing?

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I'll always prefer reading to writing.
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I have not written a book, but I have written a few journals in my life. I do prefer to read rather than write. I find writing more challenging.
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Mine is the opposite of you. I read when I feel sad. It helps me forget my circumstances. And I write when I am feeling energetic and motivated.
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Post by Julie Gebrosky »

I prefer reading for sure. I enjoy writing the reviews, but I’m always nervous about making grammatical errors! If I had more flexibility to make an error or two without being penalized, I would enjoy writing more. It’s just more stressful trying to make sure it is 100% perfect every time.
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I haven't tried writing but whenever I read, it's like I'm transitioning into different worlds
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If I had to give one up, I would give up writing; it is far more torturous an experience, even if the catharsis can be a magnificent feeling.
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I would say i prefer reading over writting any day.

Have a few ideas i could possibly turn into books but really not my thing, i would need lots of help.
Reading i absolutely love i do not need anyone or anything but just a free mind to Read.
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I love both reading and writing because they all complement me based on time, environment, space, etc. I.e., when bored and in a noisy environment, I prefer writing.
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Definitely reading. It is way more simple and I often can’t bring myself to write.
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Post by Wisely Time »

In my opinion, reading and writing complement one another. In most instance both are applied. Personally, I prefer reading more than writing especially when I'm tired.
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Though I read every day, writing gives me a feeling of nostalgia. I am trying hard to write regularly.
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Post by Hubre De Klerk »

I am definitely a reader. I have thought a lot about writing, but haven't really gotten there yet. The last time I wrote something, was in school doing essays hehe. I do believe I will start writing some day though, but reading is my main passion.
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I think both go hand in hand for me. Reading fills up my mind and keeps me thinking and turning ideas around while writing allows me to pour out my heart and have different emotions to my story.
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I love both. Reading opens the door to understand other's mind and writing lets me express mine. I think it's a 'give and take' thing.
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I prefer reading.
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