Do you know how much you spend on binge drinking and getting your nails done? You might be as shocked as I was! — Life is expensive, that’s one thing we can all agree on. Trying to save for the future while still leading a fun and meaningful life can feel paradoxical. …

Plus, what you can expect from me moving forward — I haven’t posted on Medium since July of 2022 and I have to admit, I feel a bit rusty! Not rusty in the writing sense, but rusty in the sense of — what the heck is Medium even about anymore? Why I Left Medium a Year Ago When I left, there were a lot of changes happening…

These psychological tricks are proven to help you impress. — Everyone likes being liked. Whether you’re new to a job, trying to impress someone you like, or meeting their parents, life is full of social scenarios that overwhelm and stress us out. Overthinking what to say or how to behave is completely normal. Some people are difficult to crack. They…

Plus, marketing tips on how to make your brand successful — Running a successful personal brand isn’t easy. I’ve seen the struggle firsthand as a marketing manager and freelance web designer. The hardest part is consistency. …

Who am I kidding? I’ve officially lost control. — Everything is fine until it isn’t. That’s the general M.O. of every panic attack I’ve ever had. But this one really caught me off guard. I’m usually a happy little traveler. I love flying and yet there I was in mid-flight, unable to catch my breath, head tucked between my…

I took a 4-month hiatus from the platform and I feel better — It dawned on me last November. My relationship with Medium was toxic. Unlike my friends who stalked Instagram first thing in the morning, I checked Medium. Before rolling out of bed or even saying, “good morning” to my partner, I was staring at my stats. But I didn’t consider it…

Consider the possibilities — they’re none of your business. — A close friend of mine has been struggling to conceive for nearly two years. She has endured an unsuccessful round of IUI, numerous cycles of IVF, countless estrogen jabs, hormone stickers, suppositories, bruises, cramps, disappointments, and tears. …

5 ways to write longer articles people actually want to read — Are your Medium articles getting thousands of views without making significant money? You’re not alone. I recently explained how many Medium writers are experiencing this baffling situation with their stats, and why. The monetary value of an article is determined by the total “reading time” of internal, paying Medium members…

Let’s clarify two huge misconceptions about Medium stats — I recently wrote an article about how difficult it is to sustain a steady income on Medium. I assumed that once I started making $1,000/month, I’d continue earning the same amount, if not more. I received many responses from writers who have struggled with the same reality. I also received…