You might imagine that poetry (诗歌) isn’t for people like you. You might even have a picture in your mind of what a real poet looks like. ___1___ The sooner you free yourself on the page, the more exciting the process (过程) becomes. How can you turn your story into a poem? Let us share some advice on how to get started.

Let go of the “shoulds”. You likely have an idea of what poetry is supposed to look like. But long words, difficult sentences and strict verses (诗节) are not a must if that’s not your style.

___2___ Most people think that all poetry must be deep, but poetry can be about anything important in your daily life. Your friend gives you a hug when you feel down. Your classmate gives you a high five when you score a goal. If it’s real to you, it can become a part of your poem.

Try these poetry exercises. If you want to try writing a poem, start exactly where you are right now. Your first poem might be terrible. ___3___ But your third? Your 10th? Nobody knows what you might discover about yourself in the process. You might try writing list poems and short poems, or you might try writing a poem to tell a story.

The true purpose of poetry is self-expression. So, maybe it’s time to stop waiting for the right moment or the right level of skill. ___4___

A. Your second might be worse.

B. Maybe it’s time to just begin.

C. Write about the everyday moments.

D. Find a chance to listen to your daily stories.

E. But as a matter of fact, everyone can be a poet.