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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
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    Becca Brooks
    Jan 30, 2024
    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?
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    Becca Brooks
    Jan 2, 2024
    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.
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    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.
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    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…
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    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…
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    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…
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    Becca Brooks
    Dec 7, 2023
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