Dickens' personal experiences had profound impact on his writing. Growing up in poverty, his firsthand observations of inequality, child labor, and other injustices fueled his desire to shed light on these issues. Additionally, Dickens' own struggles with a difficult childhood and a strained marriage provided him with deep well of emotions and personal insights that he drew upon in his storytelling. His undoubtedly shaped his compassionate worldview and influenced his ability to create empathetic characters.