Paired writing

Today I wrote with my co-researcher on a narrative research project we carried out last year. Writing with another person is very powerful. We write in silence, listening to the click, click, click of the keys or the pencil scribbling. My friend asked me to articulate what I meant in my own words. We help each other, set dates for further writing meetings, re-adjust time scales, talk about our families and health. It is a privilege to be a co-researcher. So much more can be achieved with two than with one.

All this helps me to progress on my EdD in a roundabout way. My confidence increases. I have excellent company. I begin to believe in myself.