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At Black Bear, we share informative articles and personal stories about struggling with mental health and substance use disorders.
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At Black Bear, we share informative articles and personal stories about struggling with mental health and substance use disorders.

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KiKi Walter
AKA "The Memoir Queen." Ki is the founder & co-publisher of The Memoirist, Age of Empathy, Black Bear, Dear KiKi, QuickTalk, The Mayhem, Songstories, and more.
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Preeti
Writer of Personal Stories, Humor, Fiction & Mental Health
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Michele Maize
Sober Traveler | Wannabe Vegan | Yoga Addict. Extrovert turned introvert that wants a pack of dachshunds. Writing my way through past trauma gave me big dreams.
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Yana Bostongirl
My life + relationships + writing journey → my blogs (a memoir in motion)| Boosted Writer| 🌸Substack: Yana's World 👇 https://yanabostongirl.substack.com/
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Sally Prag
Wilfully niche-less, playfully word-weaving. Rethinking life through my words. Sometimes too seriously, sometimes not seriously enough.
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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
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Becca CO 🌵
Autistic | Survivor—I write about how life's challenges affect living—NF & poetry are my niches. Editor for Black Bear. https://www.instagram.com/becca_collora/
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Ilona Goanos
Yoga-Lover, Mother of Monarchs & Mid-Life Thriver. Join "The Pebble in Your Shoe" newsletter: https://ilonagoanos.substack.com/
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Dana DuBois
Publisher for Pink Hair & Pronouns and Three Imaginary Girls. Boost nominator. I'm a GenX word nerd living in the PNW with a whole lot of little words to share.
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Maria Hayes
Writing my way through sobriety, travels, and all that life throws at me.
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Charlie Cole
Writer • Photographer • Editor • Champion Overthinker • She/Her • https://linktr.ee/charliecole_
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Lindsay Rae Brown
Mother, writer, user of too many hashtags.
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Melissa Corrigan
55+x Boosted Writer.She/her. Mother, partner, survivor, adoptee, veteran, entrepreneur, friend, ally, & flawed human. I seek enlightenment & growth daily.
Writers
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Michele Cambardella
Writing more, painting more, walking more. Loves being near bodies of water. and soaking up the quiet Top Writer - This happened to me
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Caupolican Diaz
Sharing stories on mental health, mindfulness, and career exploration.
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*Missy*
Working through my trauma one story at a time. Thanks for joining me on my journey.
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Sreese
Western New Yorker, musician, construction supply chain veteran, memoirist, never say never-ist. Top Writer in Sports and 2x Top Writer in Music.
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Richard Bailey
Writing about mental health/illness and other various topics to provide valuable and useful information to readers.
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Ali Hall
Kindness = my superpower. ✍Psychology, friendship, social justice, feminism & personal growth. Destigmatising the childfree. Lover of trail running & dogs.
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D. A. Langley
Relationship coach, BossMom, and ghost writer wrapped in a 1950s apron. www.dearsweetandlow.com
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Sanford McMurray
Former professional actor/dancer/acrobat 20 years. Now a Entrepreneur/Speaker/Author. Focus: Youth and family relationship rebuilding through Art Trauma Healing
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Christina Knowles McKelvy
Christina is a therapist (LPC), writer, and host of Hopeology Podcast. https://www.christinamckelvy.com
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Mark Dilcom
Queer mystic w/ a calling to help LGBQT+ people to reclaim their faith. Created Framework of Faith. Keynote speaker of “Broken No More”.
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Catherine Oceano
old but not dead, mother, partner, grandmother, writer, Canadian Become a Medium member and support great writers like me.
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Joe Wade
Family man and ex-cotton farmer living with Schizoaffective Disorder during the Slow Apocalypse
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Michelle A. Cmarik
40-ish mom trying to find her bearings while fishing for goldfish crackers. 8x Top Writer
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Alice Cutler
Alice Cutler is an actor, stand-up, and writer navigating the waters of infertility. She lives part time in Los Angeles and part time in Idyllwild.
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Charlie Cole
Writer • Photographer • Editor • Champion Overthinker • She/Her • https://linktr.ee/charliecole_
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Nicole Dake
Spiritual Life Coach | Blogger | Author | Contact me at coloradogirl750@gmail.com
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Anthony O'Dugan
— agod. Poet. Writer. Philosopher.
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Mpolet
Melinda is a performer and massage therapist by trade and a mother by heart. She has recently written her first book “Bye Polar Bear A Journey into Madness”
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Diana Leotta
Retired from work, not from life. Musings on Life, Living and Learning. Always curious. Strong55plus@blogspot.com.
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David R. Selden
I am a social worker, therapist, educator, executive level manager, husband, father, grandfather, dog owner, hockey player, bike rider and maybe a writer.
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Michele C. Willingham
Community Mental Health Therapist near Denver, Colorado, USA. Promoting wholeness and health in a chaotic world.
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Mark Godfrey
I write about my life as an adoptee, abuse survivor and reformed drinker… https://markthewriter.co.uk
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Karli Ahrens
*Improving…* Come back in six months.
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V Lynn Connelly
My therapist said if I don't write a book about my life, she's going to
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EverBlume
We provide online small group recovery meetings with compatible peers who support each other in their personal recovery. A safe space for honest conversation.
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Matt Mason
A demisexual childfree nerd who uses Medium for exploring curiosities, for venting, and for the frivolous.
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Ellie Scott
Writer, worrier, big fan of dogs. https://linktr.ee/elliescott
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Nils von Kalm
I am a writer from Melbourne, Australia with a passion for showing how I believe Christian faith is relevant to life. Connect at https://linktr.ee/nilsvonkalm
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Jordan Katherine
Writer who enjoys running, hiking, nature and my dog Ziggy (I also love writing about them)
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Mandy McElroy
Divorced for 2 years, after leaving a 40 year marriage. An adult daughter removed herself and her children from my life due to my decision. The pain remains.
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Rose Thompson
I am a writer, artist, film maker and social scientist. I have a PhD in psychology and am interested in how creativity and creatives work.
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Marilyn Flower
Writer, sacred fool, improviser, avid reader, novel forthcoming, soul collage facilitator, prayer warrior and did I say writer? https://linktr.ee/marilynflower
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Ash Taralynn
Blogger and first-time mommy. Recovering addict. Learning to love life and myself. Always writing and improving. Top Writer in Mental Health.
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Knowingly Stupid
Well into life and then — ADHD my arse - I'm just clever or stupid , drowns in where your looking from just ask Einstein and his train. On a mission for a 1000
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Debbie LaChusa
I've blogged for years, and written and published four nonfiction books. Now I'm studying memoir and practicing the craft of creative nonfiction.
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Lori Stratton
Writer, Teacher, Parent, Friend.
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Megan Schumacher
Toddler mama. Born again creative. Former people pleaser. Working out the fumbles of life on the page.
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Emily Forman
Follow my journey as work to heal from Lyme Disease.
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Miriam Rachel
Freelance Writer, Blogger, Virtual Assistant, Tarot Reader, and Mental Health Advocate. Owner of Tarot Talk pub among 2 others! https://beacons.ai/miriamrachel
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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
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Skye Howell (she/her)
She Speaks In Stories. Potawatomi+Ottawa🔥 | Mom+Wife | Medium PartnerI Curriculum Designer| Keynote SpeakerI Equity Advocate | Community Collaborator
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Altha Edgren
MN nice medical writer, Nana, closet novelist, bad Buddhist (too many attachments), voracious reader...still figuring out the rest. Heal, create, communicate.
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Sally Prag
Wilfully niche-less, playfully word-weaving. Rethinking life through my words. Sometimes too seriously, sometimes not seriously enough.
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Samantha Woodson
[activist, educator, poet] I write about teaching high school students, human rights, books, public education, & mental health.
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Tamara Low
Sensitive reflections, deep connections, Earth love, positivity, inclusivity, authenticity & wild creativity
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Dana Daley
Lover of big dogs, travel, chocolate, and books. I like to write about my travels, the education system and my random observations.
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J.C. Anne Brown
Wife & Mom | I write about what happened. https://medium.com/subscribe/@JCAnneBrown
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Cat Strav
Yogi. Wordsmith. Hutch Pup. Diagnosed with I.O. (idiotic optimism) since an early age.
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Brittany Netzband
ADHD, BPD, EDs. Sober.
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Kaylee Guise
I’m a 27-year-old American woman with mental and chronic illness, an idealistic do-gooder who wants to see humanity flourish. Hope dangerously!
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Dr. Jan Patterson
Integrative medicine doctor, infectious diseases doctor, author, bereaved parent, cancer survivor, mom, gardener, believer www.drjanpatterson.com
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Eden Gruger
Creator of Make Your Book A Reality, online audio masterclass membership sharing everything you need to know to create your book and author business
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A.k Larsson
On how life changes from part-time alcoholic to functional human being. Swede writing in English. Spelling mistakes and grammatical errors at no extra charge..
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Arthur Keith
My goal is to inform, educate, & entertain. Top writer in LGBTQ, Music, Climate Change. Directionally dyslexic with an excellent sense of direction.
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Adam T Kuznia
Polite, Sensitive, Respectful, and a Little Needy | Father, Farmer, and Former Over-The-Road Trucker | Writier for the publication Bouncin' and Behavin' Blogs |
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Brandie Whaley
Writer, Poet, Advice Guru, (self appointed) feminist, left-handed, sagittarius. ENTJ
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Quinn's Kaleidoscope💜
Writing about my human experience | Laugh & cry with me💜
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B. Tomlinson
Dreamer. Writer.
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Oona Metz
Coffee loving psychotherapist who writes about divorce and group therapy. Find me at www.oonametz.com
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Brandün Waller
A man on a mission with dreams to fulfill! My everyday perspective is undergoing a constant process of evolution thru the all important formula of engagement.
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Mad Midori
Ph.D. holder, geek and ex-corporate turned start-up co-founder. Surfer, van traveler, cat lover with punk roots. Top writer in music, culture, poetry.
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Aldo
Tech-savvy boy, Financial expert, and Poet by night. Subscribe today and never miss out on another insightful article.
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Emily Wesley Stringer
Word slinger. Dog wrangler. Millennial trash. I once ate a red velvet funnel cake at a Bigfoot festival. https://emilywstringer.com
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Soma B
Journalist writing about mental health and UFOs. More topics coming soon.
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Charlie McCarthy
A man in his search for truth, however it may find me
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Gail Ferguson Jones
Recovering codependent, best-selling author, award-winning journalist. Founder of The Buttrfly Effect peer recovery coaching program and podcast.https://linktr
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Worrickjk
Reading and writing for fun and catharsis. Often guilty of taking myself and others too seriously.
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Mariella
Busy mom who writes about many topics, including health, parenting, and life’s adventures.
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Paige Holloway
Anthropologist | UX Content Designer| Prompt Engineer | Author -- I write about everything I love (and occasionally some things I hate, too).
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Patrick O'Connor
I write (mostly journalism & essays), teach (public high school) and daddy (two not so little anymore boys).
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Amalina Davis, MSc
I'm a psychologist (MSc) , storyteller & global citizen. Corporate slave in a previous life. I write about humans, psychology, mental health and travel.
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Shannon Lee
I write. I write alot, generally its not very good, sometimes it is truly awful, but occasionally there are a few gems.
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Shayla Obourn
Psychologist working in research | Online Writer
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Bridget
Liberated feminist mom living the American Dream abroad. Into metaphysics and people on the spectrum. My reality is not yours, cool!
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Law Turley
UK-Based MBACP Integrative Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Supervisor writing about the benefits of honesty work and vulnerability for mental health.
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Sarah Potter
Empowering mental health through art, writing, and the Social Media Podcast. Find group support on https://www.TikTok.com/@sarahalpotter.
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Joscelyn Kate
Writer and podcaster on self-worth and boundaries. Lover of lattes, champagne, avocados, sleep, and my perfect family. TheMiddayLatte.com
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Sheri White
Wife, Mom, Grandma, Horror Writer, Diet Coke Addict. Beatles Freak. Murder Show Fanatic.
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DearJC
Aspiring Writer. Writing about personal growth, humanity, relationships and life.
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Amanda Weir-Gertzog
word forager 💜 editor for Write Under the Moon and bookish nook 🌈
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Kerry Purvis
Xennial writer from Maine, USA. Librarian by day. Co-host Muppet Profiles. Writes about ADHD, mental health, music, cats, TV, and other random things. She/her
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Meg Vardy
The Doctor | The Patient | The Researcher | The Dreamer | Dancing In Shadow | Always With A Smile.
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Joe Arshawsky
Creator. California Sober evangelist. Recovering lawyer.
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Rene Volpi Jr.
Storytelling, true adventures and essays. I tame lions & sharks :) Sailed from Argentina and I'll change the world with my pen. https://renegvolpi.substack.com
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Kia
Author - Blameless Bliss, Runic, Lance Knight, you’d find them on Wattpad and Kongfu books. And soon to be debuting with my first fiction.
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RAINNA
Currently writing a memoir• I write about JESUS, life lessons, health, relationships & self-improvement•Featured in Thought Catalog & Elephant Journal🇵🇭🇨🇦
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Lexi
A collection of stories about the liberation of secrets, addiction, trauma and recovery
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Luisito Gavara
A world traveller. From Venezuela, living in Canada, telling stories of humanity. POM (poet of medium). https://bmc.link/0iPLSjb
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David Cerqueira
Captivating true stories that will inspire you to take on life with a sense of adventure.
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KaliLou
Survivor of life’s mind fucks. Emotional mercernary picking up the remnants of my former self through reflections on sobriety, narcissistic abuse, and identity.
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Parag Mathur
Writing on diverse topics | Public Speaker | Connect with me on: https://bit.ly/3icU43Y
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Nicole Campbell
Fan of complicated song lyrics and vivid sunsets who believes vulnerability matters.
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K. M. Lang
I write about family dynamics, religious abuse, disability and more. F**k the afterlife. Let’s make THIS world a better place.
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Kim Downey
Sober. Curious. (But not sober-curious, just sober. And curious.). Mother. TV and film fan. Writer. I run, eat, watch hummingbirds, think, learn, and grow.
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Michele Kaider-Korol
Author of short stories, essays, humor & poetry. Favorite quote: Reading is Like Breathing in; Writing is Like Breathing out-- Pam Allyn
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Annie Avery
Studying humanity | 53x failed writer | Hitting the keyboard instead of the road
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Amy Yoder
I help freelancers overcome workflow pain points. Mental health advocate, neurodivergent, non-toxic productivity lover. Open for gigs: yoder.amy17@gmail.com
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Barb Besteni
Writer, Spiritual Seeker, Musician, Animal Lover, and so much more ...
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Mika Oka
Sharing her unique perspective on the world as a hearing-impaired autistic person with bipolar disorder despite the challenges. emikaoka.wordpress.com/home/
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Ty Luizinho | #sparkperception
Author of sparkperception.com — Education on the mind, body, and spirit to spark a change in perception.
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Md Ammar Alam
Passionate writer exploring the realms of knowledge and imagination. Curious mind, avid learner, and storyteller weaving words to inspire and provoke thought.
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Meagan Burkhart
Data scientist, writer, SEO analyst
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Scott Cofer
Passionate about digital marketing, personal growth and continuous daily progress. https://linktr.ee/scottcofer
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Vera-Marie Landi
I'm retired, love spending time with family, writing, and working on 3 pubs: 'Dancing My Way Through Life,' 'Digging Up Bones,' and 'Women Who Use Tools.'
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Naveen Thangavel
Business Analyst | Trader | YouTuber: Writing about self-help, psychology, meditation, and financial freedom.
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Trish Renee Author
I am an author who endeavors to share my experience, strength, hope, and faith through my science-fantasy novels, short stories, and personal essays.
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Tara Blair Ball
Certified Relationship Coach, Author, and Podcast Co-host for Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse. https://beacons.page/tara.relationshipcoach
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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
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Mohita Verma
Mohita is a content writer and copywriter. She has been writing since the age of 8 and has made words her home. Connect with her on Instagram: @mohitavermaa
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Philippa White
I am a poet and writer. I love the countryside, being sober, dogs, my garden, food, popular science and music. I try to be the change that I want to see.
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Sabrina Vallis
Sobriety writer. NLP Master Practitioner and Nutritionist. Current research: Addiction and the Brain: Ways to Heal. Neuroscience helps us quit.
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sea-at-sunrise
A Kiwi in recovery, navigating her 40's through many sea changes. Traveler, writer, child-wrangler.
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Morgan Dalton
Dogs. Travel. Words. Music. Baseball. Recovery.
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ALEX KIRKLAND
Author of "Wolves of Hemp Street" (pen name: Floyd Wooderson) | Cervical Vertigo & Panic Attack Sufferer | NOT A.I. | Real Person w/ real articles
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T. J. Brearton
Resistant to bullshit.
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Jacqueline Dooley
Essayist, content writer, bereaved parent. Bylines: Human Parts, GEN, Marker, OneZero, Washington Post, Al Jazeera, Pulse, HuffPost, Longreads, Modern Loss
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Normi Coto, PhD
I'd rather be running, but I'll settle for writing about running. For printed articles: my.stampfans.com/normi-coto. Blog: https://www.runandbebrave.com/
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Suzanne Berger
I help introverts and sensitive people embrace their unique strengths. Get your free introvert journal prompts: https://elevate-wordcraft.ck.page/journal
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Jociehall
Writer with an unfiltered (some might call irreverent) take on life, motherhood, love and my aspirations to become a UX Writer.
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Iain Stanley
Aussie in Japan creating a 2nd income through writing. For my free 10-point guide to Medium success, click here: https://iain-stanley.ck.page/10pointguide
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Dara Laine Murray
Multi-passionate sobriety writer on Medium. Day job: Director of Research at a nonprofit. Stories = sober + stats. Editor: https://medium.com/modern-sobriety
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Chris Patton
Retired State Trooper. I write authentically about my journey with PTSD so that others may benefit from my experience. I also write about love and longing.
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Jillian Amatt - Artistic Voyages
Sharing authentic experiences from my life as an artist, nomad / traveler and serious steward of our beloved planet. I aim to Spread Love Through Art.
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Lindsey Otto
Digital nomad, editor, and personal essayist. I write about life, food, growth, and other human things. Contact me: Lrotto98@gmail.com
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Grace Bianco
I am the author of “Party Pooper: Growing up with Anxiety.” I love oversharing my life. I talk about my faith, marriage, mental health, & everything in between.
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Sarah Tagert Changing The World With My Stories
I've been writing since my teens. I write human interest articles, poetry and short stories.
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Orestis Ps.
Bringing compassionate insight to Medium writing.
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Kathy Parker
Writer. Poet. Spoken Word Performer. Survivor. Warrior. www.kathyparker.com.au
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Heather Lowe Award Winning Sober Coach
FREE SOBER SECRETS GUIDE www.ditchedthedrink.com Certified Recovery and Life Coach, BSW, PHR, Certified Facilitator of Addiction Awareness, SheRecovers Coach
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Judy Wanjiku Jørgensen
Mother. Journalist.Photographer. Mental Health Advocate. Kenyan living in Denmark, raising two Afro-Vikings while writing to make my dreams come true.
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Strawbridge
I am a teacher with a PhD, a writer on mental health topics, and more. I want to get to the heart of what matters, learn about it, and reveal it.
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Leon Macfayden
Grab my FREE ebook: Mental Illness Myths, Realities and Hope https://leon_macfayden.ck.page/mentalhealthguide
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Aster Lately
Free spirit artist living an adventurous life in alternative ways. Writing about outdoor adventure, tiny living, and personal stories.
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TOM★LEU
Former Dean, ex-drinker and rock drummer. ❖ A speaker and photographer's focus on life lessons learned from the beautiful messes we make.
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Tara Nicole Szkutnik
Past lives survivor. Believer in second chances, redemption, healing, magic & God. 10X Boosted. 2X Top Writer. Also writing as @lostsoulastrology
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Jude DiMeglio Trang
Author, Opiate Nation: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Acceptance / Lives in Tucson, Arizona and Melbourne, Australia / Happily married to John M. Trang, Ph.D.
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Amy Sweet
Amy’s addictions and traumas left her feeling alone in despair. It became her aspiration to be a source of familiarity and authenticity to others.
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the stoic gopher
curious. avid enthusiast of the present moment. writer, orator, conversationalist, philosopher, photographer, sketcher. www.substack.com/@thestoicgopher
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LibrariAnna
Suburban hippie wife, mom of 4, librarian. My wholesome façade belies my recent enlightenment & kinky journey of self-discovery. Writes about life, love, & sex.
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Carol Ann Lapeyrouse
Nonfiction writer, trauma memoirist, and mental health blogger. Child abuse survivor. Former information developer documenting financials software.
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Aidan McCarthy
I'm a technologist passionate about technology, philosophy and self-development. Mental Health Warrior!
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Karen Connelly
Karen is a trauma therapist in The Courage Room. She is also an educator & author. She teaches brain-body-spiritual care to creative & complicated people.
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Leo Greenwood
The Universe thinks about itself in interesting ways from here. Philosopher, author, in love with the miracle of existence. leogreenwood.com
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Bernadette E Wallace
Writing through life experiences from the view of a soul stuck in the 1960s. https://medium.com/@bdette75/membership
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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
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Fatunla Samuel
SEO Content Writer | Civil Engineer | Music Lover. With an interest in thoughts, psychology, and relationships. Reach out —https://www.fatunlasamuelo.com/
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Xanadu Allen
Former reporter gone rogue, native Floridian - xanadu.allen@gmail.com
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Cinthia Joy
Cinthia Joy is a New Hampshire-based writer. Find out more at her website: nuu.live
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Frances Hickmott
Writer/Speaker/Author-” Journey to Joy,” writes about mental health, self-improvement, and resilience.
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The Black Yogini
Exploring the meaning of emotion regulation every day.
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Jessica Ann
Essays from a woman on the verge of a breakdown or maybe breakthrough — one can never tell. Introspections on mental health, creativity, and grief.
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Nicolas Ramis🦎
I write to make sense of life & human psychology. Grab my free 5-Day SELF-MASTERY Guide → www.subscribepage.io/selfmastery | Self-help, Mental Health, Poetry
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Anna Maria Aparaschivei
Exploring growth pursuits unlocking the secrets to a positive mindset and lifestyle.💡I write for those who seek change in their daily lives
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Lauren Grawert, MD
Physician, Chief Medical Officer, coffee enthusiast, and mom writing tips for fellow practitioners on how to survive and thrive as a busy clinician.
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Jan Sebastian 🖐👩‍🦰
I had a stroke so I can’t walk or talk, but I can write! Just a new chapter in life. I love the journey…..By me a cup of coffee Ko-fi.com/jansebastian5419
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Carole Olsen
Author, Freelance Writer, Loves Animals and Selective Humans.
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Deb Palmer
Author & Freelance Storyteller — Sweeping humor and gut-wrenching truth from under the rug —
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Guillaume Dubé
2x Boosted! Epidemiology and public health student, Suicide hotline crisis worker.
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Sharon Johnson
Published in literary magazines. Retired health & human services leader. I'm a grandmother who walks by the river. Blog: www.common-sage.com.
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Rebekah Crawley
Mother, Writer, Poetess | I talk about healing, mental health, personal development, philosophy, spirituality, and more. Thank you for being here 🤍
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The Woman Empowered (Jae Witcher)
Writer & Blogger, I'm the mom of an angel. Vote here to support me Supermom! https://thesupermom.org/2024/jessica-stone-witcher
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Piddling Piddles
Just your typical burnt-out, mid-twenties transfemme queer. I write about anything and everything, from music, queerness, storytelling, and my own experiences.
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Sam Cavalcanti
I'm Sam (they/she). From Brazil. Now in L.A. I act, write, scream, love, and pet cats. New stories thrice a month, methinks. (No AI generated content)
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Lisa Jones Christensen, Ph.D., MBA
A B-school professor helping entrepreneurs use psychology to identify what to quit. I coach leaders to be trauma-informed. I'm a mom and a cancer survivor.
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Tove Jacqueline Friedman
Writing a series of mystery novels with my cool, neurodivergent son Nathan under the pseudonym N.T. Friedman, featuring our amateur detective Prof. Angela Falk.
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Ned Weidner
Professor. Writer. Horseman. Entrepreneur. Certified wild. http://www.stepintoyourwild.com/ https://www.thegodsofwildthings.com/
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Adrian Tam
eLearning Designer & Developer | Designing a life I love. ❤️🚀 Desperately seeking serenity.
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S.J
Freelance Writer, Marketer and Mum. I write stories about love, relationships, addiction, parenting and what lights me up in the world.
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Aracelly Bibl
I'm a joyful, resilient, outdoorsy woman and bereaved mother. I write about grief, love, relationships, mental and physical health, and adventuring in nature.
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Isioma Ononye
I write about self-esteem, faith, mental health, women’s issues, social media & 🎥TV + Movie Reviews. 🗞️Newsletter: https://substack.com/@isiomaononye
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Christina Sophia
Exploring my relationship with myself, others and the gods of my childhood. Its all up for grabs. Feeling my way forward everyday.
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odawni
I’m a Filipina-American mental health writer and toddler mom. I mostly focus on suicide, depression and living with bipolar disorder. @bipolar.brained on IG.
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Sean Chandler
Hello, I'm Sean Chandler, an accredited photojournalist with a diverse background in sports photography. Explore my work at seanchandler.info 📸✨
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Kayt Margaret - W.W
Freelance Writer - In my chaotic era. Writing my heart out to heal my brain.
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Charles Amemiya
Formerly incarcerated life/business coach, speaker, technical writer, and social responsibility advocate. www.charlesamemiya.com
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LelaVu
I like to combine the past and the present. Stories are all around us.
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Jeffrey Packard
Left my desk job in 2016 to travel the world and never came back. Paragliding, adventuring, photographing human. 6 continents, 37 countries, and more to come!
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Stanley Udegbunam
Helping writers make more money online. || Join my free newsletter for aspiring wealthy writers here: https://writing-solopreneur.beehiiv.com/
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Evan Blacksky
Driven by efficiency, absurdity, and the black sky