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Because Personal Writing Matters
Anna Quindlen shares why personal writing matters in her book, Write for your Life with a focus on how the COVID-19 pandemic invited ‘ordinary folks’ — ‘civilians’ she calls them — to write through the isolation, disconnection, and uncertainty. Infused with stories about how everyday people use personal, often narrative,…
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Innie or Outie? Quiet: The Power of Introverts {Great Reads}
The Power of Introverts Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Or are you both? What’s the power of introverts? I’ve always considered myself an extrovert. Those who know me would agree. Comparing two seemingly opposite personality sides I strike up conversations in public. I strike up conversations with teenagers…
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When Death Comes Calling
You think you’ll know how you’ll feel when a parent dies. You can assume or make guesses based on your relationship. But really, that’s you convincing yourself you’ve got it under control. Turns out, that headspace control? It’s a farce… a lie you’re telling yourself to get through your days.…
