We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. Aristotle I’ve never been particularly fond of making New Year’s Resolutions. They’ve always felt like setting myself up for failure. If I’m being honest, I am usually the first person I break a promise to. This year, however, I decided […]
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Embracing a Higher Power: “We Agnostics”
Hey there! Welcome back to my ongoing series, where I peel back the layers of my life growing up in a 12 Step program. In this episode, we’re diving into the heart of Chapter 4 from The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, a chapter that holds a special place in my journey – “We Agnostics.” […]
Moving On
Hi. My name is Krysten and I am not an alcoholic. I was, however, raised in a 12 Step program. During the ages between 9 and 15 1/5, my mother was in active recovery and attended AA meetings regularly. Most evenings, I could be found in the back room of a little building in Oildale, […]
Unleash Your Creativity: Embrace the Stupid Ideas
As a writer and a creative, I have often found myself struggling with the fear of not being good enough. The fear of producing something that is deemed “stupid” or “not creative enough” has kept me from creating for far too long. I know I am not alone in this struggle, as many of us […]
“Crush Your Video Anxiety: 5 Tips to Nail Your Video Content
As someone who loves creating user-generated content, I understand that it can be intimidating to be in front of the camera at first. But I can tell you with confidence that it’s a fun and rewarding experience once you get the hang of it. And the good news is, there are ways to get more […]
How I Got Started in UGC: It’s easier than you think!
Hey there, Krysten here! Today, I want to share with you how I got into User Generated Content (UGC). First off–I’m (just a tad) over 40 and I absolutely love social media with zero shame. I find it to be a great way to keep up with friends and family, and also to explore new […]