Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyAfter 6 Months, I Understood The Purpose Of Writing.The lies the writing gurus told me. — After taking a 6 month break, I finally understood the purpose of writing. Writing itself should not be about making money or becoming famous, writing should be about expressing your feelings into words. When I used to write an article a day, I was tired and drained; I was writing…Writing2 min readWriting2 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyWhy I Stopped Writing: The Reason Behind a BurnoutIt all started when I tagged my creativity with a “$” sign. — It has been a while since I last touched a keyboard. It still does that old cracking sound. Crack, crack, crack. I didn’t realize until now how much I missed it, but first, let me tell you what made me run away from it. There is this thing I call…Writing2 min readWriting2 min read
PinnedMember-onlyThe Felony Buried Under Central ParkAn American landmark built on African American suffering and despair — Central Park is a national landmark, it’s the first place aside from the Statue of Liberty that every tourist wants to explore when they arrive in New York City (NYC). In fact, I love to take frequent walks in Central Park, but all that shines is not gold. Central Park…History4 min readHistory4 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyIf You Want More Engaged Readers Write Shorter ArticlesMy advice as a frequent reader on Medium. — Have you been looking at your stats and thought: Ugh, what the heck is this reading time? Seriously, I have been there. You wrote the perfect story, full of love and support for the readers, yet they paid you dust. You wrote them a detailed 6–10 minute article, however, they…Writing3 min readWriting3 min read
Published inChange Your Mind Change Your Life·PinnedMember-onlyOne Psychological Proven Way to Stop Negative ThoughtsYou only have to repeat four words, it stars with YOU. — “The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore, guard accordingly.” — Marcus Aurelius When was the last time that you had a negative thought? Was it earlier this morning? Or maybe it was yesterday? Don’t worry, we all get them. According to research from Queens…Mental Health4 min readMental Health4 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Mar 6, 2021Member-onlyMy Medium Earnings Increased 144.33% in FebruaryBut can it pay for my Starbucks order? — The first lesson that I learned to write online is that your talent does not equal your earnings. It all comes down to the niche and audience, I mean you can be a William Shakespeare singing opera. I think you get the point, right? Well, that was my situation for…Writing3 min readWriting3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Feb 20, 2021Member-onlyHow I Make Passive Income Writing On MediumIf I was able to do it, so can you. — At times, I wish that I was in a pool swimming with a bunch of Benjamin’s as I sip a Pina Colada. Letting the breeze of the ocean hair re-adjust my wet hair as I admire the beautiful essence of being alive. But to enjoy that lifestyle, do you have…Money3 min readMoney3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Feb 17, 2021Member-onlyIf You Want To Be Happier, Allow Yourself To FailI chased perfection for 10 years, it was hell on Earth — Happiness is a concept open to misconceptions. A lot of people confuse happiness with owning a home in Beverly Hills, driving a Mercedes, and being the best version of yourself from the way you articulate your tongue to the way that you sit. We think that we can be truly…Self Improvement3 min readSelf Improvement3 min read
Published inWriters’ Blokke·Feb 12, 2021Member-onlyEavesdropping On The Climate ActivistFiction Friday — The entrance to the train station is next to a 4-story brick building designed from the 1924 Architecture Magazine. It is a hot day and like any New Yorker, you want to avoid the trains. The steps leading into the station were stained, I assume it was old bubblegum but…Short Story3 min readShort Story3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Feb 11, 2021Member-onlyYou Hate Valentine’s Day Because You’re LonelyA lot of people hate the things that they don’t have — Valentine’s Day is just around the corner but this time I won’t crash other people’s dates. Did I tell you what happened last Valentine’s? I ended up third-wheeling on my friend’s date, it was quite awkward. A lot of “kiss me” and “feed me pasta in my mouth.” I wish…Self Improvement4 min readSelf Improvement4 min read
