Why I Quit Ghostwriting
While I’ve been writing professionally for more than a decade, I have written mostly as what is known as a ghostwriter. That is, someone who has ghostwritten articles and website copy. When you think about writers—or just about anyone who creates something from scratch—it’s natural to expect their process to start with an idea and […]
How Ideas Have Changed Over Time
Human history is made up of a vibrant cavalcade of ideas, like an undulating river transporting us to the shores of enlightenment and the caverns of ignorance in equal measure.These ideas, molded in time and tempered by circumstance, have shaped the contours of our collective story as they evolve and transform with each passing year. […]
Reflecting on Communication Breakdowns in the Digital Age
Today’s world is dominated by the constant hum of digital communication, from social media to video calls. So, one might assume that human connections have been rendered seamless. Yet, paradoxically, despite having a myriad of tools at our fingertips, we witness more communication breakdowns than ever before. In a world so interconnected, why do we […]
From Muse to Movement
Most days, I find myself garbed in the familiar armor of the unassuming writer: a once vibrant t-shirt paired with ripped leggings or jeans or an old summer dress, all now graced with the battle scars of time. Within the intimacy of my writing sanctuary, I’ve authored countless scribblings birthed from the depths of my […]
Why I Prefer True Crime Stories to Primetime Dramas
For me, the unvarnished stories of real-life transgressions are far more captivating than the sanitized, carefully choreographed world of fictional primetime crime dramas. These true crime docuseries I’ve watched religiously over the years transcend mere entertainment. They become historical records of humanity’s most twisted tales. Certainly, fictional crime dramas have their charms, weaving intricate webs […]
Finding Common Ground
Years ago, a friend of mine and I discussed an important idea about human relationships. He argued that we should focus on where we agree with others, rather than where we disagree. This struck me as a good concept to ponder further. Eventually, my thoughts on the matter grew into what became this essay. Basically, […]
When Windows to the Past Open Inside a DOS Box
The digital world has evolved exponentially in the last few decades. With it, our relationship with technology has dramatically changed, as well. My discovery that Windows 3.1 works in DosBox on Mac, an emulator that allows old DOS applications to run on modern hardware, is a revelation with the potential to transport me back in […]
Do You Want to Be a Thought Leader?
When I first became serious about writing online, both in personal blogging and in freelance web writing, I read a lot about thought leadership. But, what baffled me was, despite everyone talking about becoming a thought leader, no one really talked about how one actually becomes a thought leader in your certain area of expertise. […]
A Capsule of Time During Cross-County Travel
I became very reluctant to plan any cross-country trip after the several disasters our interstate trips had become. But, these travel nightmares were never due to lack of planning or insufficient foresight; in fact, the failures of our trips were in spite of those things. So, leaving at the drop of a hat and spending […]