It’s a gradual, not sudden, change in identity — It was March 20th, 2021, and I’d just peed on a stick. My husband was recording a video at my request — I didn’t actually think I was pregnant, but I suggested he record just in case. We have that moment to look back on forever now. “Oh, my God,”…

My deceased friend’s IG caption lifted me up today. Here’s to hoping it can give you a lift, too — “The sun only shines as far as you want it to.” I saw this quote scrolling through my deceased friend’s old Instagram posts. I didn’t end up stalking his photos intentionally, but I’m really glad I did. I needed it. Maybe it was fate I had accidentally switched to my other Instagram profile —…

It might help to solve your procrastination problems as well — If you’ve had “work on my novel” or “finish screenplay” on your to-do list for longer than you’d like to admit, then this article is for you. Getting going on these bigger projects is something so many writers struggle with. The thing is, large projects are intimidating. It’s pretty easy…

According to scientists and Feng Shui practices. — There are definitely aspects to consider when sitting down to write somewhere whether that place is at home or in a café. Of course, the characteristics of a place that work in your creative favor can vary from person to person. …

A little detour took me from wanting coffee to needing crystals. — This morning, I woke up fully intending on forcing my heavily pregnant self to walk to the city center where I once saw a little cafe that I’d wanted to try. So, I set out. It was a hazy morning and the city hadn’t fully woken up yet. I enjoyed…

Don’t succumb to those cliché clickbait titles this cuffing season. — First thing’s first Let me clarify one thing first. I’m not hating on the cliché titles out there. “Are they the one?”… “Are they a narcissist?”…“Are you compatible?” The writers who have successfully pulled off those articles are great writers. They did well, and people clearly enjoyed the read. But I am getting…

Raise your vibration by listening to these 5 invaluable signs. — If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re following the best path in life, you’re not alone. While constantly doubting every choice you make can leave you feeling quite lacking in confidence and inner peace, it’s natural to question your decisions from time to time. It’s only human. However, there’s a difference…

Get into that autumn spirit with these 7 tips. — Autumn is approaching — you can feel it in the air, which has crisped like the apples in the orchards where they are now ripe for picking. The sky has grown gray and melancholy, and our skin demands the fabric of our favorite sweaters and cardigans. Fall festivals pop up…

During a pandemic, no less. (Please don’t kiss my face). — Spending much of this last year abroad has been pretty interesting. There have been phases, to be sure. About five of them would sum it up. It might be easier if I just go through each phase one by one if that works for you. PHASE 1: I arrived in the UK…