In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: All you need is a piece of paper and either a pen or a pencil — it seems simple enough, right? However, poor quality materials can make a significant impact on the legibility of your writing.  The page should be smooth — not rough enough to catch the tip of your pen and create snags in the line of your letters, and not so smooth that the tip of your pen goes sliding about without your control. Use lined paper sized appropriately for your comfort level — wide-ruled if you write large letters, college-ruled if you write small letters. Note that in many professional contexts, adults are expected to write within the limits of college-ruled paper, but feel free to use wide-ruled if you are still young and in school. Experiment with different types of pens to see which one works best for you. There are several styles, each with their own benefits and drawbacks.  Fountain pens use liquid ink and have a flexible writing tip that allows for stylized, better handwriting. While it delivers a beautiful line, a good fountain pen can be pricey, and it takes a good deal of practice to perfect the fountain pen technique. Ballpoint pens use a paste ink which some find unappealing compared to liquid ink; however, they can be extremely inexpensive. Note that you’ll get what you pay for with ballpoint pens — a cheap pen will deliver poor handwriting, so it may be worth it to spend a little extra money. Rollerball pens have a “ball” delivery system much like a ballpoint pen, but many people prefer them because they use the higher quality liquid rather than paste ink. However, they don’t last as long as ballpoint pens do. The gel ink used in gel ink pens is thicker than liquid ink and results in a smooth feel and line that many people enjoy. Gel ink pens come in a wide variety of colors but can dry out quickly. Fiber tip pens use a felt tip to deliver ink, and many writers enjoy their distinctive feel when drawn against a page — smooth, but with a little friction or resistance. Because the ink dries quickly, these pens are a good option for left-handed writers whose hands smudge their words from left to right. The first step to developing good posture while writing is actually to use a good writing surface. If the table is too low, people have a tendency to slump down and round their spines, which can result in chronic pain and injury. If it’s too high, people carry their shoulders higher than is comfortable, resulting in neck and shoulder pain. Sit at a table that allows you to bend your elbows at approximately a 90-degree angle when writing. Once you’ve found a table that will discourage you from slumping or hitching your shoulders up, you need to hold your body in a way that prevents the back, neck, and shoulder pain that can accompany improper posture.  Sit in your chair with both feet flat on the ground. Sit up straight, keeping your back and neck as straight as possible. You can take breaks from time to time if the posture is difficult, but over time, the muscles will develop and allow you to maintain good posture for extended periods. Instead of dipping your head down to look at the page while you’re writing, keep your head as straight as possible while casting your eyes down. This will still result in a slight dip of the head, but it should not be hanging down toward the page. Sit flush with the edge of the desk, then turn the page you’re writing on until it sits at an angle somewhere between 30 and 45 degrees to your body. If you are left-handed, the top edge of the page should point to your right; if you are right-handed, it should point to your left. As you practice writing, make small adjustments to find the angle that feels most comfortable to you and allows you to write most legibly. The rise of computers and cell phones for written communication has had a significant negative impact on handwriting — one study revealed that 33% of people have trouble reading their own writing. Another symptom of this decline is the infrequency with which people write by hand these days; if you don’t stretch your hands to prepare them for sudden increase inactivity, you’ll find yourself cramping up sooner than you’d like.  Clench your writing hand into a gentle fist and hold the position for thirty seconds. Then spread your fingers wide and stretch them for thirty seconds. Repeat four to five times. Bend your fingers down so the tip of each one touches the base of each finger joint where it meets the palm. Hold for 30 seconds, then release. Repeat four to five times. Place your hand palm-down on the table. Lift and stretch each finger up one at a time, then lower it. Repeat eight to ten times.
Summary: Gather the best materials. Find a good writing table. Develop good writing posture. Position the page at an angle between 30 and 45 degrees. Stretch your hands before writing.

Problem: Article: Each day, the bulk of your practice will involve the handwriting worksheets you have chosen. Whether you are using downloaded worksheets, or you have purchased a workbook, the sheets should be organized from the most basic to the most difficult. Carefully complete three worksheets every day, following the instructions provided. Remember to focus on the one or two areas you specifically want to improve.  This should take 15–20 minutes. If it takes you a bit longer, that’s OK. Just do as much as you can, and don’t rush. The second part of your daily writing practice will be writing the entire alphabet (in capital and lowercase letters). As you do this, slowly refine each letter, creating the look you desire. Keep in mind the slant of your letters (aiming to be consistent), and the spacing between them.  Once you have refined your letters into the shapes you like, work on maintaining consistent letter forms. Spend around five minutes per day on your alphabet. Look back at some of your handwriting inspirations from before. Each day, choose one that you’d like to emulate. Then try to copy the look of that handwriting, letter by letter. Pay attention to how they connect letters (or not), any decorative flourishes they use, and the shapes and angles they create. Spend around five minutes per day on this. If you want to maintain an attractive handwriting, you will need to continue practicing even after your 30 days are up. Fortunately, you can make this fun, and put your new and improved handwriting to good use. Find a handwriting project that inspires you, and commit to working on it at least three times per week. You might:  Start a bullet journal  Create a handwriting Instagram page Find a penpal and write letters Copy down inspiring quotes or song lyrics
Summary:
Complete three worksheets per day. Refine each letter of the alphabet. Mimic the handwriting you admire. Find a project that inspires you.