A piece of advice that I’ve happened upon many times in my internet searches of “how to write blog” can be summed up as “write as much as you can…don’t be afraid of failure or mistakes, otherwise you will never improve…you will never grow.” I’ve always skimmed over this tip but never given it muchContinue reading “Writing Advice: Write Like There’s No Tomorrow”
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8 steps to write a blog for others
8. Don’t tell stories. That’s what parties are for. Stories require personal interaction; a screen between you and your reader is hardly sufficient to create a meaningful interpersonal connection. No one wants to read about your life. You didn’t click on this link because you want to hear about my day or know about myContinue reading “8 steps to write a blog for others”
Happy anniversaryy
Happy first anniversary to Never Stationary! Exactly one year ago today, I stifled my self-consciousness and started this blog. A year later, I am still churning away at the press and we haven’t seemed to lose steam. Of course, my last few posts have been few and in-between, but please forgive me, as my knees areContinue reading “Happy anniversaryy”
Starting to question the importance of revision
In your English class, you’re motivated by grades. There, it is essential to present a perfect canvas, concealing grammar errors and run-on sentences. “Perfecting the personal essay is an art.” Butt free writing constitutes a form of art in and of itself; I see nothing wrong with its public display. Spelling errors and skips inContinue reading “Starting to question the importance of revision”
Beginnings
I started this blog with very modest intentions. I wanted a place to publish my own work, with no confines or judgment. The moment I looked down at my lined paper sometime in my toddler years and realized that I could write the word “cat,” I knew my life would be changed forever. It blewContinue reading “Beginnings”
I Run the Blog, The Blog Does Not Run Me
Blogs are very versatile tools, for people of all ages, for people with all sorts of interests and backgrounds, with any and every intention. Some come to write because the Internet is a remarkable forum for people to share their ideas and opinions. That being said, the optimal blog (in my opinion) is one thatContinue reading “I Run the Blog, The Blog Does Not Run Me”
Why Am I Here?
whn i wus in middle skool i cr8ed a blog called “thoughts” in whch i jst ranted bout my angsty 7th grade life. it wsnt 4 neone 2 read n i had no idea how to control the theme or the background. i wus all pissy bcuz i wrote bout how certain ppl annoyed me.Continue reading “Why Am I Here?”
I Sort of Cringe When I Reread Old Posts
Featured picture is somewhat irrelevant but I just like cats, so. I’ve always tried to be very strict with myself concerning this blog. I make spelling mistakes and grammar mistakes. It’s true. It will be very early in the morning and I will be doing the Daily Prompt. It could be very late atContinue reading “I Sort of Cringe When I Reread Old Posts”
Embracing Your Amateurity
Will someone buy me a cup like this? I’d love you forever. (Amateurity isn’t actually a word, but I’ll unofficially define it as the state of being amateur) I woke up and saw the notebook. I was so very drowsy, and so I only wrote three words down. “such an amateur”
Keep On Writing, Everyone
Some can pick up a microphone and demonstrate their natural talent for singing. Others can indicate their affinity for dance as a method of self-expression. Me? I can sit down for hours and write non-stop. It is 2:07 AM.
Cat Zhang 