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Award-winning Author, Poet, Mental Health Advocate, and the Inaugural Youth Poet Laureate of Stamford (2022-23).
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Blog Versus NewsletterÂ
There is this continual debate in online and the e-commerce space as to whether a newsletter or maintaining a blog is the better approach.
Jun 8, 20245 min read
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Money Doesn't Buy You Happiness…or Does It?
Having said that, money can give you opportunity. Think of it being like ‘it's not what you know, it's who you know’.
Jun 2, 20244 min read
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I Have Submitted a Short Story
Hello, I just wanted to jump on (there is a reason I've never said that before), and let you know that I have submitted to — hopefully...
May 28, 20241 min read
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On Allowing Yourself to Be Creative
To have that catharsis on a regular basis, not only does that help maintain introspection, but also help us improve as people.
May 26, 20245 min read
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The Realisation That You Do Not Have to Do Everything in One Go
Anybody who knows me, knows that I'm a fan of being organised, and making the most of my time.
May 19, 20246 min read
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Getting Back Into Writing After a Long Break (Unplanned or Otherwise)
The first thing is, focus on writing shorter pieces. A bit like I am now, with writing this blog.
Apr 27, 20245 min read
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An Anecdote: ‘You Are a Master of Crafting Long Sentences'
"Are you a writer?" he asked, a smile on his lips. He placed my assignment on the table, and pulled his chair under the desk. "I am...
Oct 18, 20235 min read
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Do Not Neglect Your Passions
Dig deep into that, and allow yourself to feel. How do your passions make you feel? As the expression goes, what makes you feel alive?
Sep 23, 20236 min read
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Why and How to Use Voice-To-Text Dictation
Yes, I am writing another post on dictation, but you'll soon get over it. Especially after you read what I have to say. Dictation has...
Sep 15, 20237 min read
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Starting University in September? Here Are Some Thoughts on How I’m Preparing
There is a lot to think about when starting university. For many people this is the next step in getting the job they are aiming for. It...
Sep 2, 202310 min read
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Productivity Can Take Many Forms
Having recently come back from holiday, it has allowed me to reset and rethink a few things. One of those being the idea that, when I am...
Aug 27, 20237 min read
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What to Do When People Don’t Understand Your Need for Creativity
As creative people, it can feel like we are constantly swimming against the tide; creating our art to satisfy that creative itch. As with...
Jun 19, 202310 min read
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Poem: For Years, No Tears Have Been Shed
For Years, No Tears Have Been Shed You ask me why I frown Because I can't cry A tear hasn't been shed in years Of course the tears are...
Jun 17, 20231 min read
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On the Power of Music and Creativity
On social media, I said I sounded like I was writing an essay, so I thought I might as well expand on my thoughts. Whether that bores you...
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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A Poem: A Human Heart
My heart, it beats with love for many. Some of whom, do not know my name. Nor that I exist. Whether parted by seas, or the whole world...
Jun 12, 20231 min read
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Gorishky: Ukrainian Dessert
It's not everyday that we get to try something new, and this definitely wasn't every day. Recently, I saw a post on social media about a...
Jun 6, 20233 min read
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Using Dictation to Make the Most of Your Writing Time
As somebody with a disability, who is also a wheelchair user, I have learnt — over the course of my life — to be resourceful. As part of...
Jun 3, 20232 min read
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7 Things I Have Learned About Blogging
Hello, it's been a while (or at least it feels like it's been a while). Although it's been just over a week that I have not been...
Jun 2, 20235 min read
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The Essays I Write Are Not Like the Essays We Are Made to Write in School
Just know — before you decide to scroll past — that you will be missing out on insight and perspectives. I've said this before, and I'll...
May 28, 20231 min read
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When Was the Last Time You Felt Lonely?
Do you feel lonely? I can make an probable estimation that you do, because loneliness is something that we all feel at some point in our...
May 26, 20231 min read
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