About
Age of EmpathyWe publish high-quality personal essays, humor essays, and writer interviews. Our goal is to provide a place for experienced writers to share authentic stories and connect with others, collectively celebrating a common passion, striving toward an age of empathy.
Note from the editor
We publish high-quality personal essays, humor essays, and writer interviews. Our goal at Age of Empathy is to provide a place for experienced writers to share authentic stories and connect with others, collectively celebrating a common passion, and striving toward an age of empathy.
Editors
KiKi Walter
AKA "The Memoir Queen." Ki is the founder & publisher of The Memoirist, Age of Empathy, Black Bear, and more.
Sally Prag
I write creative nonfiction essays and poetry. Rethinking life through my words. Sometimes too seriously, sometimes not seriously enough.
Bernice R.
Personal essays, pop culture, and punning. Subscribe to my newsletter for a dose of all three in your inbox: https://bernicespieces.eo.page/newsletter
Suzanne Pisano
Writer. Singer. Jersey girl. Personal essays and poetry. Humor when the mood strikes. Editor for The Memoirist and Age of Empathy.
Christopher Robin
Not like the other girls. Recovering alcoholic, humorist, contemplatist, essayist, averagest. You'll find me now on Substack @christopherrobin7.
Marketa Zvelebil
A retired (disabled and an ex-refugee) scientist, currently a photographer who loves to write. Mainly about life, and thoughts on current or any issues.
Bob Merckel
Author of "Salute" Editor: Age of Empathy, The Memoirist | English teacher/language consultant in Barcelona and Provincetown.
kasey sparks
making mistakes · gathering lessons · sparking curiosity · wrangling words & fiddling with titles since 2017
Michele Maize
Sober Traveler | Wannabe Vegan | Yoga Addict. Dog-loving extrovert turned introvert. Owner of "The Maze". Editor at Black Bear and Globetrotters.
Yana Bostongirl
✨A memoir in motion, no script, just life| Blogger with a quirky Indian American flavor🌶️| Owner of Good Vibes Club publication💫 & The Heritage Pub 🪔
Arpad Nagy
2024 Shortlist Northwind Writing Award NF/Fiction. Owner-First Line Fiction. Editor @ The Memoirist, AoE, Book Cafe, Sweary Mommy, Short Place, Kitchen Tales.
Dana DuBois
Publisher for Pink Hair & Pronouns, Three Imaginary Girls & genXy. Boost nominator. GenX word nerd. Newsletter: https://danaduboiswrites.substack.com/subscribe
Jacqueline Dooley
I'm whatever the opposite of a data scientist is. Essayist. Content writer. Bereaved parent. Mediocre artist. Lover of birds, mushrooms, tiny dogs, and nature.
Stephanie Wilson
Neurodiversity coach. Editor at MuddyUm and Age of Empathy. Impassioned public speaker in front of my bathroom mirror.
Lindsey Otto
Personal essayist. I write about life, food, growth, and other human things. Contact me: Lrotto98@gmail.com
Melissa Corrigan
55+x Boosted Writer. Mother, partner, survivor, adoptee, veteran, entrepreneur, friend, ally, & flawed human. I seek enlightenment & growth daily.
Cindy Heath
I’ve been a farmer, entrepreneur, writer, and more. I'm passionate about nutrition, health, nature, and the rewards of personal writing.
Writers
Aissa Martell
Creative writer, professional freelancer, and guided imagery instructor. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Aissa https://insighttimer.com/aissamartell/home
Natalie Doel
Mystic and lover of God, spiritual but not religious, writing in service to the Light within. Learn more about me and my work at BeSpiritLed.com.
Kristie Darling
Core Beliefs: We are students & teachers to each other. Giving & receiving are the same. There’s a time & place for spontaneity. My poems = stories, unless not.
Bertilla Niveda
Artist, engineer, and writer with a lot to say. You can connect with me at bertillaniveda@gmail.com | Learn more→ https://bit.ly/3Ba489Q
Toya Qualls-Barnette
3x published author in Chicken Soup for the Soul | Writing about the impact of relationships | Dreamer | Mother| HSP in drag
Eric Pierce
Writer, gamer, pop culture nerd. Chief fan at Fanfare. Probably thinking about Star Wars. https://allthefanfare.com
Tessa Char
(W)righting the wrongs in the world in justice, feminism, dating, self-help, travel, mental health, and well-life. https://linktr.ee/tessachar
Matt Inman
Writer, Tech, and Travel nerd. Connecting with amazing people to encourage you to take action in your life. Let’s talk — mattinman.com
Andrew Johnston
Writer of fiction, documentarian, currently stranded in Asia. Learn more at www.findthefabulist.com.
Emily Barbara
20-something in Brooklyn writing for her own sanity. Relationships, Money, New York and more, all sprinkled with some loose-lipped anxiety.
Trisha Dunbar (She/Her)
🧠 Sharing my journey #100daysof... challenges 💪 Fitness & Health 📖Reading for Growth | ✍ Writing for Self-Expression 🦣@trishadunbar@me.dm
Michelle Saya | Astro Business Coach ❂
Psychological astrologer & biz coach ☪ I help empaths heal their business wounds, craft sacred feel-good offers & prosper with honest selling ✵ michellesaya.com
Nella Gugliersi
Barista by day, writer by night and days off. BSc in Economics and MA in Journalism. Enthusiast fangirl, feminist and crazy cat lady.
Sherrell Writes
I am a new Freelancer who is documenting her journey for others that feel like they have no idea what they're doing.
Matt Lillywhite
I write to inspire, entertain, and avoid doing laundry. Substack: https://mattlillywhite.substack.com/subscribe
Audrey Stimson
Writer and poet — essays and short stories. Experiencing life to the fullest while writing about our humanity. More about me https://audreystimson.com
Brian Leekley
Born in 1942. Had an antiquarian bookseller career. Avocation creative writing. Unitarian Universalist, raised Catholic. Support Movement for a People’s Party.
Malky McEwan
Born storyteller. Born curious. Fascinated with what makes people tick and how the world works. https://malkymcewan.medium.com/subscribe
Sreese
Western New Yorker, musician, construction supply chain veteran, memoirist, never say never-ist. Top Writer in Sports and 2x Top Writer in Music.
Teresa Morillas
Debunking Nutritional Myths| Clarifying Nutrition & Health Science for you| Top writer Food| MAS Nutrition&Health | Health Coach | https://bit.ly/te_newsletter
Jill Ebstein
I’m about dogs, our lovable and peculiar families, business, and writing in a wide lane, including fiction. I’m a positivity washer too. www.jillebstein.com
The Girl With The Tree Tattoo
Tattooed dancer and writer creating her quiet magic in the woods. Published works available at https://ko-fi.com/thegirlwiththetreetattoo
Erika Burkhalter
Photographer, yogi, cat-mom, lover of travel and nature, spreading amazement for Mother Earth, one photo, poem or story at a time. (MA Yoga, MS Neuropsychology)
Damian Sebouhian
I write Muse Exclusives on topics ranging from metaphysics, meditation, tarot, mythology, poetry, art, humor, and other adventures.
Carrie Ann Golden
Adirondack native writer & poet living in North Dakota. Introspector. Scrutinizer. What you see isn't always what's really there.
Jane Kaufman
I enjoy deep dives in pools of self-reflection and have discovered the power to change the world within 5' of my feet. I expect to laugh often and die well.
Lyuba G
Professional Copywriter turning life's adventures into stories about personal growth, writing & travel ✨
Sarah Suzuki
Owner/Founder of Chicago Compass Counseling, therapist, itinerant change agent, and recovering English Major.
Nicola POWYS
Artist, activist and writer using words and paint existentially. Find my artwork here: htpps//www.instagram.com/playspowys
Kris Heim
Haunted-city dweller, bad French speaker, cold lake swimmer, Mississippi River habitué, daily piano player, fiction writer, wonderer, note scribbler.
Chloe Marie Aldecoa-DeFina
Writer (freestyle and academic), poet, photographer, BA in Creative Media and Film. The things I am most passionate about are not random, they are callings…
Ilma Andrade
3x Top Writer | Over Half a Million Views | Subscribe to My Newsletter: https://ilma.substack.com/
Frank Priegue
Writer, Educator, 50-Something First-Time Dad, Long Suffering New York Mets Fan, Autism Advocate, and Humorist (Sometimes)Follow my blog http://frankpriegue.com
Katie @ Awesomely Adept
Constantly curious (and clueless!) Life Design Coach for fellow curious folk. I like to write about whatever crosses my mind. It's a multi-passionate thing😊
Jay Davidson
Retired teacher (San Francisco, 1969–2003); Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Mauritania, 2003–2005); public speaker, artist, writer, traveler, world citizen
Samantha D
Ad astra per aspera - Live to learn - Author of the book: Reflections [now available on Amazon]
Kate Stone Lombardi
Journalist/author. Contributor NYT 20+ years. Also WSJ, Time.com, GH, AARP, more. Author: Mama’s Boy Myth (Penguin/Avery 2012). Cook. Besotted grandmother.
Kim Kelly Stamp
Writer. Publisher. Editor. Essayist. Espresso Enthusiast. LGBTQ+. PNW Native. Traveler. Gigi Extraordinaire. Pieces in: NYT, HuffPost, Next Avenue & elsewhere.
Angelina Der Arakelian - Dennington
An author who chases sunsets and tries to make sense of a place we call the Universe. Say hi at angelinaderarakelian@gmail.com 💫
Laura DeMaisBerg
I write about seemingly mundane experiences that are relatable because we are human. Subscribe on Substack to get my stories directly: lauramc.sub-stack.com
Elena Greyrock
INFJ, Elena Greyrock is an author of contemporary diverse fiction. Her latest book is Six Feet Apart: Love in Quarantine www.elenagreyrock.com
Juliene Dinopol
Creative. Bookworm. Dreamer. 💫 A twenty-something human trying to live life one day at a time 🖋 Hire me to create content for you 📧 julienedinz@gmail.com
Conni Walkup Hull
Lawyer/writer. I write essays, memoir, poetry, and tales about my never-dull-life with a handsome Sailor. Experienced editor. Fun to hang out with.
Mariella M.
Busy mom who writes about many topics, including health, parenting, and life’s adventures.
Ed Ergenzinger, JD, PhD
Patent attorney, neuroscientist, adjunct professor, mental health advocate. 5X Top Writer: Mental Health, Health, Science, Food, & Humor. www.edergenzinger.com
Fargo Kantrowitz
post-modern. definitely post-hip. am here because i follow joel stein. been writing since the age of 15 (somewhat) seriously although i made my friends laugh in
JAGD
J - Journey, Joy, A - Aspire, Action, G - Goals, Growth, Gratitude D - Determination, Drive, Dedication, Dream
Maggie Q. Collins
Where vulnerability meets truth, love learns to breathe, and a wholehearted woman reclaims her story—one honest word at a time.
Harrie Wren
Exploring society, beliefs, mythology, spirituality, queerness and neurodiversity, plus whatever else crosses my mind. (They/Them).
Katharine Valentino
Still trying for the words to help us do & feel good things. Owner of Reviews for Medium Featured Books. I write life stories & about politics / social issues.
Somsubhra Banerjee
A heart that finds solace in mountains, the whispers of old buildings, silences, books, poetry and football.
lisa Schmidt
Writer, professional speaker and catalyst of creativity, change & learning. Find me: www.worksphere.ca or www.linkedin.com/in/lisaschmidtcoach/
Mariana Carvalho
Writer, curious, life-long learner. Latino 30 Under 30. Sharing my experience along the way • Connect linkedin.com/in/mari/
Ene Ijato
Using various mediums to tell stories. Here I write about the world I observe and experience, while drinking a little too much coffee.
Nick Cain
An award-winning performing actor/artist, content visionary and engagement specialist to some of the worlds biggest brands.
Yıldız stories🌙
I tell my stories. Sadly, they are not fiction. Reader, Teacher, and a Life-long learner
Jazmine Clark
University of Michigan Ann Arbor graduate, mental health advocate and coach. Just trying make sense of my life and hopefully these experiences help others too.
Jane Ann Tucker
I'm a published author. GENRES: non-fiction & poetry PASSIONS: books, dogs,horses, playing pickle ball, hiking & knitting. ~ What hurts you blesses you ~ Rumi
Dr. Jan Patterson
Integrative medicine and infectious diseases physician, professor, book author, bereaved parent, cancer survivor, yogi, believer www.drjanpatterson.com
Nevena Pascaleva
A writer of evocative fiction and introspective personal essays. Owner of the publication "Tales of Blue".
Vera-Marie Landi
Retired systems analyst programmer. Favorite pastimes: hanging out with grandkids, writing, walking, and aerobics. A free spirit who lived life to the fullest.
Alicia Domínguez
English Philologist & Jungian Psychology Researcher. Myth exploration and social criticism through the Gothic. Workshops & Retreats 🕯️Check my "About" page.
Gary Ryan Blair I Growth Hacking Aficionado
I Teach Ambitious People How to Use Performance Challenges to Drive Exponential Growth / Start Here: bit.ly/42aXw50
Claire K. Yu
Writer, mother, investor, musician, volunteer; raised in E. Asia/N. Am/EU; trained at MIT; speaks EN/中/ES/日/DE/FR; advocates equity, connects cultures.
Vishnu*s Virtues
Falling in love and failing in relationships so you don’t have to | Seattle, Malaysia | 2 Million Medium views. Blog: https://www.vishnusvirtues.com/
Ahsan Chaudhry
I Love to write about life, health and investment. Twitter: @ahsan38, Free Newsletter: https://thehappyminded.substack.com/
Sabah Ismail✨
A human being fascinated by the human experience. Also a writer, artist & transpersonal healing coach writing on spiritual growth, healing & consciousness.
Jeannette Sanderson
I read, write, and run in the beautiful Hudson Valley, where I live with my husband and our rescue pup, Magnolia.
Alicia Peterson
Librarian, mom, Christling, lover of the sublime and ridiculous. Big weirdo. Writing about humor, satire, parenting, books, writing, faith.
Alexia Dominique Reyes
I write about languages and cultures, and some stories about my life. I am the owner of Disguise Projects and Sociopoliticool.
Trudy Van Buskirk
Self employed 40 years. Technology super user, smallbiz startup & marketing coach, writer- entrepreneurship, disability, aging. Time to share what I’ve learned.
Janine
I help people live a slow, intentional & authentic life. Join my slow revolution to become more self-aware, authentic & find inner peace: http://slow-steady.com
Suma Narayan
Loves people, cats and tea: believes humanity is good by default, and that all prayer works. Writes about relationships, food and culture. Author of six books.
passarozumbido
Movie junkie. Recovering perfectionist. Pretentious writer. Anxious technophile. Trying to develop a taste for bad films!
Jaseelck
Social Entrepreneur | Educator | Story teller | Global Citizen | Co funder, The Ignite Foundation | Co-director, Khoj India
Lewiscoaches
Book author: Self-Improvement, design, life lesson, AI, travel, health, life, business, politics, love, lifestyle, mental health, entrepreneurism - askLewis.com
Shashwat Agarwaal
Software Developer Turned Life Coach | Writer | Explorer | I share my experiences to make the world a little less lonely.
Gaby Rogut
Jack of many trades. Mom. Teacher. Bi. Autistic. "I've met Beethoven. Nice chap. Very intense. Loved an arm wrestle." All my links: https://linktr.ee/GbRogut
Lyda Michopoulou
Queer non-binary writer and life transitions coach. Writing on anything and everything. Pronouns: they/them http://unwrappedevolutions.com/
Naveen Thangavel
Business Analyst | Trader | YouTuber: Writing about self-help, psychology, meditation, and financial freedom.
Demeter V Delune
S*x educator, Freelance Writer for hire, Journalist. Words in Passionfruit, Pleaser, MamaMia, Giddy, Petit Mort, Daily Dot, Your Tango| demeterdelune.com
Elly Lucas
Writer and user researcher for health technology companies. PPI researcher at KCL. Bylines: Wellcome, ReutersPharma and more.
Michelle Teheux
Lover of literature. Former newspaper editor. Fascinated by everything. Contact: michelleteheux@gmail.com. To buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/michelleteheux
Marmi Le
Data nerd for longer than Gen Z has been alive, mom, and former Jeopardy contestant https://j-archive.com/showgame.php?game_id=2835
Aurelia Bliss
I write nonfiction, fiction, and sort-of-sort-of-not fiction. Whatever I'm writing at the moment is always me giving a peek. Top writer in Humor and History.
Richa S
I help you navigate intl. career transitions having lived and worked in 3 continents. Download my free e-book - https://topmate.io/richa_singhsharma/374088
Jenny Lim
2x boosted writer. Mum of 2. I write to help me and others understand life. The beauty of good storytelling is in the ordinary as well as the 'wow' moments.
David Altaner
Two passports: I thought I was covered for life, then we get Trump and Brexit. A business writer who covers everything from bitcoin, Simpsons, dating to royalty
Halie Suzy Rebeccaschild, M.A.
Pondering the meaning of life thru the jaded lens of a biracial sea hag, I use multimedia to work through trauma as a means of survival & recovery.
The AuDHD Philosopher
Editor and owner of "The Poor Life" pub, 5x boosted writer, writing in the hopes that together we can shape a better future
Ladywriter
My anxiety was kept under control with an antidepressant. When I entered menopause, the medication stopped working. This blog is about my search for answers.
Restless Gene
Management Consultant, Endurance Cyclist, Passionate reader & Travel Enthusiast. Here to spread Joy - one blog at a time!
LibrariAnna
Anna Eliza Rose is a bisexual librarian who writes raw about sex, love, Autism, health, family, books, & life. Married to a man. Mom of 4. interestedinsex.com
Mark Laflamme
I’m a scientist, critical thinker, and writer passionate about food, travel, fitness, wellness, and their associated lifestyle.
Nic Rafael
Ex medical doctor ➠ entrepreneur, writer & mental health advocate ✣ Writing about mental health & self-care, first-time parenthood, & career change
Yiling
I help thoughtful souls honor their center and act from their grounded place. Start here 👇 centeredchoices.ck.page/the3cs
Jocelyn Joy Thomas
Author, spiritual teacher, and intuitive reader. Writing is my passion and purpose. My shop...https://jocelynjoythomas.company.site/
Margaret Sefton
Dark fiction: fairytales, folktales, horror, historical fiction. MFA. Editor A Dark Wood https://medium.com/a-dark-wood/a-dark-wood-welcome-8b6027bf32c1
Margaret Dean
Neurodivergent, semi-reclusive oddbod. Sometime biker, sometime photographer, oftentime just very confused. Still waiting for clarity in my late middle age.
Anne Hope
Author, speaker, singer/songwriter, former sports writer for a Chicago newspaper…inspirational thoughts to encourage personal growth and faith.
Piddling Piddles
Just your typical burnt-out, mid-twenties transfemme queer. I write about anything and everything, from autism, queerness, storytelling, and my own experiences.
Ned Weidner
Professor. Writer. Horseman. Entrepreneur. Certified wild. http://www.stepintoyourwild.com/ https://www.thegodsofwildthings.com/
C K
MD, Stress specialist (MSc), musician, curious and curly. Wearing many hats, each one carries a different story, and all of them carry me.
Thomas McPherson
Writer. Improvisor. Attorney. Current resident of WA. Former native of PA. Lifelong inhabitant of ADHD.
Not Even Wine With Dinner
Kristen Crisp is a writer of stories on life, love, loss, liquor and the daily struggles with sobriety. My mantra is to "Find Yourself and Love What You Find".
Ashley Broadwater
Freelance writer on multiple platforms. On Medium: writing tips + relationships. UNC-CH Journalism + Media. Newsletter + more: www.linktr.ee/ashleybroadwater
Mike Zeidler
Constantly Curious Serial Optimist. Writes about things that work well, sharing the good stuff and adventures in life.
PinkHatHacker
digital investigator, uncovering hidden truths regardless of consequences. Editor of Top 20 Fastest Growing Publication medium.com/the-thought-collection
Stefanie Morejon
Writer. Designer. Linguist. Teacher. Serial Hobbyist. Editor for Intersectionality & Long. Sweet. Valuable. Join me in the rabbit hole at https://smorejon.com
Dawn Gernhardt at https://linktr.ee/dawngernhardt
Writer with words in Midstory, Author, Random Sample, & Pink Panther magazines & LOL Comedy, Age of Empathy, Defenestration, Wry Times, Funny-ish, & The Haven.
Chris Yanda
I am sometimes hilarious and always from Canada. I live in the UK now. I find being alive fascinating. Editor for MuddyUm and Contemplate.
Tonio Ferritto
Passionate filmmaker, writer, and actor. Crafting stories of redemption, betrayal, and truth. Seeking depth in storytelling & self-discovery through film/words.
Oliver Xu
Teacher and Boxer currently in Baltimore. Just trying my best to be my best self and help others.
Bridget Appleby
Documentary Filmmaker, writer, photographer. Articles published in ‘The Guardian’ ‘New Scientist’, ‘BBC Wildlife Magazine’ and ‘Bella’.
Girish Menon
Lifelong learner, wildlife photographer, author, educator, traveler, sports lover, cartoonist. I write on photography, travel, culture, AuDHD, and addiction.
Emilyklein
Former ghostwriter with a penchant for scribbling stories--both true and made-up. I write about lots of things, but mostly I write about hope.
From the Mind of Michael Cline
American nomad living in Barcelona. I write words. Author of MY ADVENTURES IN TUVA and NEW YORK CITY JUNKY DAYS. Professional content writer by trade.
Susan Poole
Mother, lawyer, nonprofit executive, breast cancer survivor, and women's fiction author. https://susanpooleauthor.com
David Hewlett
Storyteller, adventurer, and trampoline enthusiast who loves to ask and discover answers to the question: How can I craft the best story possible with my life?
Anshuman Bezborah
Ex-SW Engineer (Embedded Software)| Current Product Manager (Automotive Software) | Wannabe Writer | Strong interest in Geopolitics, History, Psychology, Tech..
L. Iadisernia
Pilates instructor, yoga instructor, artist, seeker. I write about health, spirituality, the mind-body connection, and other stuff.
Jonathan Apollo
NYC-er. Millennial. Commentator. Neurodivergent. I drink (coffee) and I know things. https://linktr.ee/japollo1006
Christopher Burris
Extensive resume as an actor in theater/film/television/voice-overs, & as a director in professional & university theater.
John Corten
Editor for Doctor Funny. Creator of Participation Trophy Sports. Published in Slackjaw, Frazzled, The Haven, Write a Catalyst, and The Pub. Not to be trusted.
Azaar
Writer of quiet storms — I explore everyday existentialism, grief in its softest and sharpest forms, the anatomy of love, and the absurd beauty of carrying hope
Grief Casseroles by Danielle
Writer. Poet. Therapist (on hiatus). Raw, personal stories on living with grief & trauma. Occasionally funny. Viscerally real. 🇨🇦
Seb D Law
An author from the C3 Comics manga company on the GlobalComix Wesbite. I write about self-improvement, stories and life on here (and yes that's my real name.)
Sue Banerji
"Be kind. You never know where and how will you end up." Me . A healthcare professional believing that readers and writers have a symbiotic relationship!
Joana Castro
Creative Polymath | Food Therapy Educator & Consultant 📒| Founder of My Own True Balance: https://www.myowntruebalance.com 🌿| Multifaceted Writer | Songwriter
