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The Clever Quill is a creative space for the insatiably curious. From writing tips to the freelance/entrepreneur lifestyle, quirky mishaps to diverse travelling experiences, buckle in for a little adventure (and a few laughs) with every read.

  • Writing
  • Self-Employment
  • Creativity
  • Travel
  • Self
  • Life Lessons
  • Travelling the World for 1 Year Takes Obsessive, Meticulous Planning

    Travelling the World for 1 Year Takes Obsessive, Meticulous Planning

    A plan now 7 years in the making I less than two years away.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Jan 21
    When You Coordinate Life Around Other People, Are You Really Living?

    When You Coordinate Life Around Other People, Are You Really Living?

    For the first time in 3 years, my husband and I don’t have to work around anyone else to create our lifestyle —  and it’s long overdue.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Jan 15
    Flight Attendant Reveals the Nastiest Places on Planes You Shouldn’t Touch

    Flight Attendant Reveals the Nastiest Places on Planes You Shouldn’...

    In the times of a pandemic, this is advice we should all be paying attention to.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Oct 16, 2020
    This Outspoken Feminist is Also a Nervous, Suburban Neighbour

    This Outspoken Feminist is Also a Nervous, Suburban Neighbour

    Between deeply seeded societal expectations and my own personal trauma, I’m having an internal conflict with this.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Oct 2, 2020
    Being Grateful for My Health Amid Post-Op Complications

    Being Grateful for My Health Amid Post-Op Complications

    7 weeks of recovery have offered me the gift of insight into just how much I have to be grateful for.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Sep 2, 2020
    Your Medium Content Has Been Stolen and Translated Online

    Your Medium Content Has Been Stolen and Translated Online

    Medium Publications, if you’re tagged listen up —  you’re victims of stolen, plagiarised content.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Aug 19, 2020
    Videographer Taunts Man on Social Media Whose Fiancée Died in Tragic Accident

    Videographer Taunts Man on Social Media Whose Fiancée Died in Tragic Accident

    The company refused to give a refund, and when there was a threat to go to the media, they became vicious.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Jun 16, 2020
    Ellen DeGeneres Was Publicly Accused of Being a Generally Mean Person

    Ellen DeGeneres Was Publicly Accused of Being a Generally Mean Person

    Appearances aren’t always what they seem —  at least, according to Twitter.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Apr 28, 2020
    Ritual is Not a Valid Reason to Spread Fatal Disease

    Ritual is Not a Valid Reason to Spread Fatal Disease

    And Jesus said, “This Easter, please celebrate my resurrection at home, with responsible social distancing in mind so as to not infect the…
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    Gillian Sisley
    Apr 10, 2020
    This is What Successful Self-Isolation Realistically Looks Like

    This is What Successful Self-Isolation Realistically Looks Like

    And it’s not what you might expect.
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    Gillian Sisley
    Mar 26, 2020
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