Redefining Bravery: The Misconception of Fearlessness
Hello Fearful Followers, “I am not brave,” I said as tears filled my eyes. I was responding to a comment that I was brave to take a significant step in my life. But inside, I didn’t feel brave. The decision…
Life Change, Failure, or Growth
Hello Life Planners, I’ve been thinking a lot about change lately. When do you know it is time for a change? How do you cross the line from who you were to who you will become? Is it a line…
Discerning the Digital Dilemma: Photoshop and the Princess
Hello, Content Creators, Welcome to the first in my Discerning the Digital Dilemma series. If you missed my ethical framework blog, jump back and get caught up; we will wait for you. This series will focus on a digital dilemma and walk it…
Introducing Discerning the Digital Dilemma: Navigating the Gradient Scale of Digital Media Ethics
Hello, Ethical Content Creators, I am excited to launch a new series, Discerning the Digital Dilemma. We are quickly approaching an era when artificial intelligence (AI) will seamlessly blend with daily life. It will become more challenging, if not impossible, for…
A Prayer for the Anxious Creator
Heavenly Father, Bless the creator who stands at the crossroads of inspiration and fear. Grant them peace and give them resolve. Remind them that their voice is needed in the world. Help them see that their creative output is a…
I Don’t Like That!
International Women’s Day is more than a global celebration; it’s a call for action, gender equality, and an opportunity to highlight women’s contributions to the world. Today, I’m reminded of the powerful, simple, and profound questions children often ask. My…
Navigating the Forest: How Hard Can It Be
Hello fellow optimists, As a mom, my days are often built on a soundtrack of kid tunes, some better than others. Lately, one song has lodged itself in my mind more persistently than the rest. “Get Back Up Again” from…
The Art of Gratitude: A Moment of AI Inspiration
Hello AI creatives, My institution hosts a Giving Day once a year. Each year, I am surprised by how inspired I get. Without fail, it manages to get my creative juices flowing. For three years, I created content for and…
Who Wrote It Better
Hello Technology Geeks, I recently published a piece titled “Midnight Poem,” crafted during a sleepless night. I do not consider myself a poet, but this raw outpouring of thoughts felt too important to keep to myself. After the piece was…
Midnight Poem
Dear Fellow Traveler, As I struggle with connection, false narratives, and assumptions holding me back, I often find myself stuck in thoughts and chasms reaching deep into my soul. A few nights ago, I found myself awakened by such a…
