1. Helps you learn easier – the memorization process
One of the most effective ways to learn something (read and remember) is to write the information down by hand. Writing stimulates a specific part of the brain called the Reticular Activity System. This area acts as a filter for the really important knowledge that the brain needs to remember long-term.
2. It helps you write better
Many classic authors opted for handwriting over typewriters or computers. According to a 2009 study, students who wrote essays with a pen, unlike their peers who had access to a computer, finished their work faster and, in addition, expressed themselves more coherently.
3. It's easier to stay focused on what you're doing.
The computer is, let's face it, a productivity black hole. It contains many distractions. When you have just a sheet of paper and a pen in front of you, it's easier to just focus on writing.
4. Maintains your intelligence as you age
Handwriting is a real fitness session for the brain and is recommended by doctors for people who are aging because it uses several areas of the brain simultaneously: memory, movement coordination, creativity, etc. According to a 2008 study, people are better at recognizing different characters (mathematical symbols, musical notes, Chinese letters, etc.) when they are handwritten, as opposed to computer-generated characters.