Remember when hobbies weren’t side hustles? We wouldn’t think about profiting from what we love doing in our spare time. Now, our minds blink with inspiration about how to monetize our pet projects. Making money through activities you enjoy adds pressure when tied to mastery. It takes away from the joy of pursuing an activity ...

As this year’s long march to the 50K mark begins, there are many plots and cups of coffee brewing. Everyone has their own style of writing: Planner, Pantser, or a Plantser. Each person’s approach to making the 1667 word per day quota is as unique as the participating writers. This my tenth year participating in ...

Crunchy grass, withered flowers; my yard’s a desert. I smile as dark clouds hang low overhead. Birds stop singing. I smile: Rain.