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Summary

Mary Chang Story Writer shares her journey of mastering headstands at age 50 and integrating this achievement into her writing and photography, while also promoting a Six Word Photo Story Challenge on the theme of "Self" for the month of January.

Abstract

Mary Chang, an accomplished writer and fitness enthusiast, has taken on the challenge of performing headstands at the age of 50. She has since incorporated this skill into her exploration of nature, capturing photos of herself in headstands against beautiful backdrops throughout the seasons. Mary attributes her improved writing to the discipline and balance required for mastering a headstand. She follows Yoga with Adriene's technique and encourages others to participate in her Six Word Photo Story Challenge, which focuses on the concept of "Self" for January. The challenge invites participants to tell a story in six words inspired by a self-taken photo and provides guidelines and submission rules to ensure proper formatting and timely entry before the deadline.

Opinions

  • Mary Chang believes that the physical and mental health benefits of headstands have also positively impacted her writing.
  • She is an advocate for Yoga with Adriene's headstand technique, appreciating Adriene's personality, voice, and her dog, Benji.
  • Mary emphasizes the importance of following the unique formatting guidelines and submission rules for the Six Word Photo Story Challenge to avoid delays or rejections.
  • She values the community aspect of her challenges, aiming to encourage people to express themselves creatively through photography and writing.
  • Mary's personal mantra, "Fueled by cartwheels, laughter, and encouraging people to shine," reflects her commitment to inspiring others and fostering a positive environment.
Photos of the author, Mary Chang Story Writer provided by author. 1) Fall 2) Summer 3) Winter

Photography, Headstand, Writing Prompt

River, Ocean & Snow Headstand

January Six Word Photo Story Challenge: “Self”

Traveling headstand — pose for a view.

Ever since I mastered a headstand (at age 50!) — I try to get a photo of myself standing on my head at beautiful nature spots through the seasons. The pose may look impressive to yoga newbies but it’s much easier than it looks — once I figured out the technique, it’s easy to hold and balance.

To date, my longest-held headstand is 5 minutes!

Headstand has many physical and mental health benefits. Mastering a headstand also helped me improve my writing.

Stand on your head like nobody’s watching.

Here’s the headstand technique that I use. It’s Yoga with Adriene — she teaches a series of free, fabulous yoga classes. Love Adriene’s quirky personality, calming voice, and her cute dog, Benji.

Can you tell a story in six words inspired by a photo taken by yourself?

If you’d like to submit to the Six Word Photo Story Challenge and participate in January’s “Self” Challenge, see full details and rules below.

The January “Self” challenge is open for submissions from Tues, January 4, and closes Mon, January 31, 2021, at NOON, PACIFIC STANDARD TIME.

NOTE: Stories not formatted correctly or that require edits will delay publication or may not be accepted. Formatting guidelines are unique to this publication — please read them thoroughly.

Please ensure to read the submission guidelines!

About the Writer

Mary Chang is the editor of the Six Word Photo Story Challenge publication — inspired by her original 6-Word Photo Story Summer Challenge writing prompt (2021) on Medium. She’s also a writer, parent, and fitness enthusiast who takes a good photo sometimes — and loves creating monthly challenges.

Fueled by cartwheels, laughter, and encouraging people to shine. Read her blog at www.marychangstorywriter.com

Monthly Challenge
Photography
Headstand
Writing Challenge
Nature
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