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I’m Not Betting My Life Savings on Magic Internet Money, and Neither Should You
I’m Not Betting My Life Savings on Magic Internet Money, and Neither Should You
John has been riding the high of the crypto craze for years now. He’s constantly going on about how he’s invested over $100k in Bitcoin, Et
Becca Brooks
Jan 30
How My 100-Day Writing Challenge Transformed Me From a Wannabe Writer to a Confident Author
How My 100-Day Writing Challenge Transformed Me From a Wannabe Writer to a Confident Author
As I click “publish” on this post, I’m filled with a sense of accomplishment. Why?
Becca Brooks
Jan 2
Why I Stay Away From Discussing Politics in Public
Why I Stay Away From Discussing Politics in Public
This upcoming Biden vs Trump presidential election is a perfect example. Let’s say I sided with Biden over Trump.
Becca Brooks
Dec 26, 2023
My First Encounter with an AI-Generated Scam Ad On YouTube
My First Encounter with an AI-Generated Scam Ad On YouTube
Yesterday, I encountered a new form of deception — an AI-generated scam ad on YouTube.
Becca Brooks
Dec 18, 2023
Where’s the Holiday Spirit, Medium? This Platform Needs a Santa!
Where’s the Holiday Spirit, Medium? This Platform Needs a Santa!
As the holiday season ramps up with cold weather, Christmas trees popping up everywhere, and festive music bombarding us at every turn, I…
Becca Brooks
Dec 15, 2023
Why I’m Not Testing My Luck on Squid Game: The Challenge
Why I’m Not Testing My Luck on Squid Game: The Challenge
My sister, Emily, has been insisting that I watch the new Netflix reality show “Squid Game: The Challenge” with her. After finally giving…
Becca Brooks
Dec 13, 2023
The Hunt for a Desktop Worthy of Mom
The Hunt for a Desktop Worthy of Mom
It’s that time of year again — holiday card season! My mom eagerly informed me of her plans to design and print her famous photo cards on…
Becca Brooks
Dec 11, 2023
How I Finally Caved and Blew My Medium Earnings On Myself (And Why I Don’t Regret It One Bit)
How I Finally Caved and Blew My Medium Earnings On Myself (And Why I Don’t Regret It One Bit)
The 8th of every month is like Christmas morning for us Medium writers.
Becca Brooks
Dec 10, 2023
The Way I Destroy Advent Calendars Proves I Have No Self-Discipline
The Way I Destroy Advent Calendars Proves I Have No Self-Discipline
Visions of chocolatey treats danced in my head when a coworker gifted me a Christmas Countdown advent calendar.
Becca Brooks
Dec 9, 2023
The Year My Friend Taught Me How Not to Re-gift
The Year My Friend Taught Me How Not to Re-gift
Re-gifting it can seem like the perfect solution. But this practice should not be undertaken lightly, dear friends.
Becca Brooks
Dec 8, 2023
Reminiscing About the Bookstore That Once Was
Reminiscing About the Bookstore That Once Was
The old Barnes & Noble building stands empty, a hollow shell of its former self.
Becca Brooks
Dec 7, 2023
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