A reproducible strategy — If you’re reading this article, chances are you have plans to earn at least some income in the Medium Partner Program (MPP) too. Earning money through writing is a dream I’ve had since I was a kid. But of course, I did the sensible thing, followed my parent’s advice, and…

Open up …I also have some resources for you. — There’s no way to sugarcoat this: humans are a huge commodity in America. If you live here, you’re probably all too aware. If you were making excuses for the state of our system before, you probably aren’t anymore. With how the pandemic was and is still being handled (or more…

Want to start freelancing? You’re probably also farther along than you thought…. — You’re a writer. Have you ever considered starting a freelancing or copywriting business? You may be better at it or farther along in your experience than you thought! Over the last few months, I’ve been working up a plan and the courage to start a copywriting business. This weekend, I…

A poem — It’s a calm, still morning, Perfect for hot air balloon ascension. I’m not sure if the lights twinkling in the valley Are leftover from last night Or just reflections of the first sunlight Spilling over the mountain. Nonetheless, the valley is fully illuminated now, The daily sunburst has crested the peak. Everyone is waking up, Falling into routine, Getting ready…

Life is too short to let fear hold you back. — Everyone who reads things on Medium dies. What? It’s true. If you needed one, consider this your wake-up call. Most people end up in a rut at some point in their life, and many never fully crawl their way out of it. They do what they think they are supposed…

A poem — The otherworldly aether is where Real creativity lives, Governed by angels. They shuttle small gifts to you In the form of ideas. They are there for anyone who will listen, But even those to hear rarely follow through. You know to keep one ear to the ground In expectant excitement. They are never guaranteed But always in flow, Like clouds…

A poem — Triangulation depends on motives. It’s a means to find a location Based from whence you hail, Or it’s a psychology term describing Certain manipulation and toxic behavior. It depends on what you’re seeking. Selfish gratification against someone close Or searching for a truth. Quite opposite principles, really, For use of the same word. The sun can be obscured…

A poem — It’s an odd perspective To walk beneath the gentle ripples Of the tide pool. I miss the ocean, But I find myself in a different sort of one. Looking from the sand below To the foam of the waves above, I think This is how the krill must feel. Seemingly small, insignificant, But fuel for the likes of…

A poem — There’s small wisdom in “foolishness,” “Reckless abandon,” Or rather, acting despite fear. It can still be done in a calculated, Measured way. It just won’t seem like it to those on the outside. There’s bound to be ridicule, Misunderstanding, judgment, Rejection, and even loss of friends. That’s ok. It’s part of the growing pains. It still hurts, though. It’s a fine…