Party Solo for Your Birthday

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Update 10/02/25: I still party solo on birthdays. I probably do something special on my 50th. But I like to be alone on my birthdays or go on a trip. Party Solo? Uh, that isn’t what any thirty-something or even forty-something really wants to do for their birthday. But as I get older, I’ve noticed … Read more

Prison Pen Pal: Rules of Engagement

Update 10/02/25: Pen Pals are amazing in prison. I had a few. I had some family members and a good friend of mine.   Do you know someone who has ever thought about becoming prison pen pals with an inmate? Depression and loneliness are serious matters for inmates, especially for those that don’t have supportive families. … Read more

Just One Vitamin Deficiency Can Affect Prison Health

Update 10/02/25: I’m glad I found this article. I remember using a lot of these to improve my focus and productivity. I had forgot about this.  I’ll have to go back to it. When I do, I’ll discuss it on http://www.pyerse.com We all know that prisoner don’t eat the best meals or have the best … Read more

Food Contamination & Depression

Update 10/02/25: Looking back at this post, I can’t believe I ate that food. I mean, I was good, but super unhealthy. Would you ever think, food contamination and depression could be linked? I definitely didn’t think they were until I read a post about a cook in a prison kitchen who encountered packaged chicken … Read more

Writing Every Day

Update 10/02/25: Every day! However, I’m learning I should write every day and publish or post whenever it’s done. I think I confused posting every day and writing every day.  Every blog writer has a goal of writing every day, but it’s challenging. Writing every day can be difficult when you’re not focused, but even … Read more

How Reading Makes You a Better Writer

Update 10/02/25: Reading was my pre-game for writing. I need to come back to this. It’s a statement recited multiple times to young children; reading is fundamental. Many writers hear something similar. It is said that reading makes you a better writer. In a previous post, I detail why reading is important and how it … Read more

Get Inspired: 7 Everyday Writing Prompts

Update 10/02/25: I still like these suggestions. However, I write from the heart now. Inspiration can come by the simplest things in life. If we take the time to truly observe all that is around us our situations will become our own writing prompts. Instead of searching for lists of prompts and saving them to … Read more

Writing Better with Lifelong Learning

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There are many professions that require lifelong learning in order to maximize their skills and previous educational knowledge. As times change, their professions must stay updated on things like new laws, new policies, and new scientific discoveries. A continuous education is needed for writers too. Although writing doesn’t have aspects that change, authors can forget … Read more

Flu Remedies That are Proven to Work

Flu Remedies

It’s Flu season and I have Flu remedies! Although most people are fearful during this time of year, I am not. Most people get the Flu shot and others don’t. Today’s post isn’t about whether or not you should get it or even where to go if you do get one. I figure there are … Read more

Accepting Depression Can Be Hard

Accepting depression can be hard

Accepting depression can be hard. Depression affects many people in world, but most try to hide their symptoms from family and friends. It makes people feel embarrassed knowing their feelings can bring others down. Their solution is to stay at home, curled up in a ball drowning in their depressive thoughts. According to Inscribmag.com, depression … Read more

Job Hunting Resources for Felons

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After you’ve been convicted of a crime and serve time in jail, it’s a difficult and sometimes heartbreaking journey to becoming employed. In this article, you will find valuable job hunting resources for felons. I have compiled a list of books, websites, and videos that deal specifically with those who have re-entered society from prison. … Read more

Live Your Best Life Locally!

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If you can’t live your best life, then live your best life locally until you can. Just because you can’t jet set to another state or country and turn up doesn’t mean that you can’t live your best life locally. I believe there are levels of living your best life and your local best life … Read more

4 Easy Entrepreneur Ex-Con Business Ideas

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The number one issue for newly released inmates is surviving financially. It’s extremely difficult to find a job and/or housing with a criminal record because of employer discrimination. While there are multiple organizations that help inmates re-enter society and find jobs and housing, sometimes starting your own business is the quickest way to make a … Read more