I'm not really a self-help follower. Despite the fact that some of my favorite reads from this year fall into that category (Rising Strong!), buzzwords like self-care tend to turn me off. It's all a little hippy-dippy for me and seems straightforward. Of course, I take care of myself! But it … [Read more...] about On the Importance of Self Care
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On Knowing Your Creative Worth
The question I get asked more and more from aspiring or new writers is how much to charge for certain projects. It's something I still struggle with, especially as some are best for a set fee while others are better on an hourly basis. For years, I happily accepted the rates of publishers, not … [Read more...] about On Knowing Your Creative Worth
On Self-Doubt and Impostor Syndrome
It took me a long time to even call myself a writer. If one of my friends or family was nearby when someone asked what I did for a living, they would jump in for me with the answer. I would usually mumble something about doing a bit of this and a bit of that. Even now, despite my … [Read more...] about On Self-Doubt and Impostor Syndrome
The Year of Discomfort
New Years resolutions don't really mean much to me. Everyone seems to make these grand, sweeping declarations like "I'm going to get into shape!" or "I'm going to live in the moment!" without any practical ways to do it. I am just as guilty, of course. Past resolutions have been items like … [Read more...] about The Year of Discomfort
On Falling Without a Net
For a few years now, people have asked me what I do for a living. I mumble about blogging and writing and they follow up with, "So you do that full time?" The answer was always no, as I had a few side jobs to make ends meet. This included a job for a rep group that sold wholesale items to stores and … [Read more...] about On Falling Without a Net