What is reflective writing? Can I use “I” in my writing?
Answer
Reflective writing requires you to map the progress of your thinking on an event, experience, theory or topic. The use of first person pronoun “I” is common to show reflection.
Essential parts of a reflective piece include:
- Description of the event, experience, theory or topic
- Your interpretation of the above – your feelings, thoughts and insights
- Your evaluation – what is important? How useful was the experience?
- Your plan – what are you going to do differently in future?