So much of your happiness will be determined by the quality of people you surround yourself with, and writing online is the best way to atrract a constant flow of quality people who share your interests.
A THESIS is a unique perspective, anchored in experience and culture, that organizes supporting material, to change someone’s mind . It is singular: the center of the mandala, from which every sentence dances around.
“Writing isn't about making money, getting famous, getting dates, getting laid, or making friends. In the end, it's about enriching the lives of those who will read your work, and enriching your own life, as well. It's about getting up, getting well, and getting over. Getting happy, okay? Getting happy.”
I’ve been teaching creative writing for many years. And teaching writing is a weird thing, because it’s not just about helping students master a subject. It’s really about helping them discover what stories they’re meant to tell, how best to tell those stories, and how to overcome the inhibitions that inevitably arise when we seize the mantle of... See more