Awakening a Dream Deferred
I see an alternate version of myself who chose to live life as an artist, walking through an exhibition of my own creation.
Draw Inspiration from the Creative Work of Others
How did a piece of art by a stranger evoke such a meaningful personal experience?
LA Becomes a Writers’ Playground in November
Writing is often a solitary activity, but in November, thousands of writers unite in their dedication to the creative process.
My Gradual Journey from Carnivore to Vegan
If you asked me 5 years ago if I’d ever become vegan, I would’ve said no.
Asking the Right Questions: Question 1
"The older I get, the more time I spend on crafting better questions."
-Tim Ferriss
How to Expand Your Comfort Zone: Stretch or Leap?
"Improvement begins at the edge of your comfort zone."
-Jacob Aagard
Create Your Own Second Chances
"Ever tried? Ever failed? No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better."
-Samuel Beckett
Read to jumpstart your writing.
"If you want to be a writer, you do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot."
-Stephen King
Start with one small step at a time.
My 11-year-old self sits at a chess board. For the first time, I am so nervous I’m shaking at the board.