I wish I had kept a journal in my youth. I'm personally too private to post a blog. But I agree with the main points of this. Creative writing can be a source of joy and engagement; it's own reward. It doesn't have to be a best seller or literary masterpiece to be worth it. I had a great time writing a book for fun. Other than two friends I shared it with, it will never again see the light of day. But it was a wonderful experience working on it.