Unpublished

About Me?

7/6/23

I am mostly writing to my future self, perhaps the vulnerability will be entertaining or relatable in some way.

How does one begin a blog about writing? I remember notes between friends and my journals feeling so personal when I was growing up; something about the digital version seems so permanent.

Writing is like an instinct to me. When I want to remember ideas or dreams, express feelings, resolve problems, contemplate opinions, etc. I write it down. Being able to physically express a whirlwind of thoughts is incredibly therapeutic. My notes are full of stories, insights, and rants that I would never remember without going back to reminisce.

It wasn’t until recently that I considered turning this habit into a hobby. However, when I imagine anyone else reading something I wrote, it’s as if my creativity gets stage fright. I refuse to let anxiety prevent me from achieving my goals, but it is relevant in my decision making.

Viola Davis once said, “You have to dare to fail otherwise you get way too precious.”

Writing scripts for short films has been a fun way to experiment creatively. In a script, everything is happening in the present. The characters each have their own voice and perspective, and part of the writer’s job is to collaborate with the rest of the creators to tell a story.

I’ve also told and acquired many stories as a bartender and tour guide. I plan on sharing my adventures as well as some things I’ve learned so that I can eventually build a portfolio.

I’m sure I’ll look back on this and cringe, but we all have to start somewhere, right?

Update: 8/23/23

I’m not going to edit the original, I’ll just add to it like a weird public journal.

This is my version of an ‘about me’ I guess?

I titled this “Unpublished” somewhat ironically, I didn’t know anything about the publications on Medium but they have been very enjoyable to interact with and my pieces have been accepted into some of my favorites which means a lot to me as a new writer.

I have made exactly $17.38 (feels lucky)

I cannot stress enough that my writing is purely experimental. I write about things that fascinate me and/or send me into internet rabbit holes.

I’m even considering putting some of my poetry out there but it still feels too personal, even more so than my mental health story which was very intense to write and contemplate. *Also therapeutic, highly recommend.*

I am so grateful for any opportunity to connect with people who think the way I do, or at least relate to it on some level. It’s a rare occurrence.

Update! 9/12/23:

Update: 10/5/23

808 followers?? That was unexpected…

In the last few weeks I have been fortunate enough to increase my audience, publish a piece with the lovely Joanie Adams, become published in ILLUMINATION-Curators, (I am so honored!) and I’ve written more than I ever thought I would.

I also started a new job and I’ve been very busy in my “real life.” (Nothing is real…) I still find myself prioritizing writing, which is another thing I wouldn’t have predicted.

I made $177 last month, which was largely because of my piece, Feminist Princesses — I luckily received an elusive Medium boost on this article; it earned $80 in a week.

This gave me hope…

If publications end up being able to boost articles, they have the potential to increase the earnings of well-written stories for all of us.

I also recently read an article about why earnings have dropped.

Allegedly there was fraudulent activity related to AI/bot accounts that impacted earnings.

They’re already competing for our jobs, and now seem to be affecting writers’ income whether their content is relevant to us or not.

I sincerely hope this issue gets resolved, I despise the idea of writers I love losing inspiration because of the lack of recognition for their work.

If you’re reading this, please remember we’re in this together.

I couldn’t do it without you. 🖤