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Essential Advice on Writing and Life from Maya Angelou
Life is full of joy and happiness, but it's also full of struggles and pain. I'm glad our world has been blessed with wise people like Dr. Maya Angelou, who've come along and left their imprint on the world. When my brain feels as though it will explode into spaghetti noodles at any minute, such wisdom is vital in keeping it all together.
By JoAnn Ryan2 years ago in Motivation
Vocal Media vs Medium: What is The Most Profitable Writing Platform?
Let's start with the Medium Platform About 20 days ago I started writing on Medium. My first article was published on August 25. In 3 days I managed to get 100 followers and sign up for the Medium Partner Program to monetize my articles.
By Viorel Secareanu2 years ago in Motivation
I love comments and community
I was 19 years old and I was crying. I had a window seat on a train travelling through the French countryside; a love affair had ended and it hadn’t been my choice. The gorgeous terrain blurring beyond the window seemed to accentuate my heartbreak; I leaned my head against the glass and let the tears flow.
By Erica Wagner2 years ago in Motivation
"Respect Your Vibe"
What does respect your vibe mean? It basically means being comfortable enough in your own skin to trust your own gut instinct, even if someone tells you different. Like this quote says "Never Discredit Your Gut Instinct. You are not paranoid. Your body can pick up on bad and good vibrations. If something deep inside you says something isn't right about a person or situation, trust it." (SimpleReminders.com) You don't have to explain to anyone your decision. Just trust your vibe. When you trust yourself and your decisions other people will trust you too.
By Teodora Navidad2 years ago in Motivation
Revisiting Vocal's guidelines
We tend to rush through our daily routine, zipping here and there pursuing the usual, following the same route in our quest to squeeze the most out of every pristine and new day. Sometimes we forget to check for the new and updated avenues that get us where we want to go, but in a less breathy and more productive way.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Motivation
How I Got Over The Fear Of Writing Online
Are you afraid of showing your work? If you are, that’s good, it means you’re human. I was very afraid as well. I was, and somewhat am, a very insecure person. I didn’t have the courage of posting any creation online, because people would judge me. One of the reasons for starting to write online was to get over this fear, and become confident.
By Ionutz Kazaku2 years ago in Motivation
How “5% Better” Has Changed My Life
Are you stuck in a rut? Feeling like you could be doing better but just can’t seem to get over the hump? You’re not alone. Most people go through life feeling this way at some point or another. The good news is that there’s a solution, and it doesn’t require any superhuman effort or talent. All you need to do is live “5% better.”
By Haley Rymel2 years ago in Motivation
Strive
Joyous, happy , and prosperous spirit growing . So much change and still I’m happy . Brave and now courageous not caring what others think of me. Evolving to the best version of me that I can . When a flower wilts you put it in water and it reblooms. You think different with happiness and glee. Trying to push away any negativity. I keep going and evolving still. People not understanding me and still I evolve. I am becoming my most true self . Evolving into the me I can best be . Being who I want going where I want . Thinking and going to anywhere I want .
By April Liao 2 years ago in Motivation
Passion is overrated, and it almost cost me my health and career
Almost every startup or business conference attendee has probably heard it countless times: "Follow your passion!" — Or — "Do what makes you happy!" And even if you don't frequent such events, you probably read about them online or hear them from others.
By Vibor Cipan2 years ago in Motivation