Hey guys! It's been a while. I'm slowly starting to get back into writing. In the last couple weeks I've written 2.5 songs, a 4400 word short story, and a short piece of prose. In February I attended Superstars Writing Seminar in Colorado Springs and subsequently gained a mentor in James A. Owen. My mind … Continue reading New Year, New Me?
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Author Update
Howdy y'all! Erm. Sorry. My boyfriend has been turning me into a country girl. I didn't realize it had been so long since I've been here. It makes sense, though. I sort of went through a super intense manic phase right after my last post, which ultimately led to my divorce. In April I moved … Continue reading Author Update
Struggles with Depression
Hey guys! I have been so stinking busy the last month. Just some updates: I'm on a CPAP now. It sucks.I'm taking the Submission Possible course. It rocks.I'm co-authoring an awesome book with acclaimed author, Troy Lambert. It's fun.I'm writing a Swan Lake retelling. It's my favorite.I'm managing my self-care boutique, which is currently functioning … Continue reading Struggles with Depression
Conquer the Silence
Hey guys, I'm back! It's been a crazy year and my mental health has not been healthy. But I'm back!!! Recently I teamed up with an organization called Conquer the Silence. They're a nonprofit that aims to bridge the gap between those affected by mental illness and their loved ones. That's just about everything I … Continue reading Conquer the Silence
How To Work When You’re Depressed
I'm not doing a YouTube livestream on this one--at least, not yet. It's a bit more complex and warrants more than me rambling to my laptop. Here's my background on the subject: I haven't held down a job since the Walmart I was at laid off all their temp workers a couple days before Christmas, … Continue reading How To Work When You’re Depressed
My Favorite Thing In The World
ZOX is the BEST.
How To “Show Yourself”
Note: I have no intention of doing a YouTube video on this. I have too many thoughts about it, it's more complicated than a craft tutorial, and I express myself much better in writing than I do talking. I'm not a huge fan of the first Frozen movie, but there's so much that I love … Continue reading How To “Show Yourself”
How To Do Things When You’re Depressed
Hello, friends and loved ones! I've started a YouTube series called "How To Do Things When You're Depressed." I've yet to do so much as an introductory video, though I did talk about it a bit on my Facebook page, so it's time I inform everyone exactly what this is for. While it's called "How … Continue reading How To Do Things When You’re Depressed
How To Use Watercolor Pens When You’re Depressed
Hi guys! Last week I live streamed my second "How to Do Things When You're Depressed" video on YouTube. You can watch it here. In the meantime, here's a quick rundown complete with product links. ***note: as an Amazon Affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases*** I am no watercolor expert. The last time I used … Continue reading How To Use Watercolor Pens When You’re Depressed
The Spiritual Side of My Writing Career
...and other exciting things! First of all, if you're not following my Facebook page, you're missing out! I've been updating it a lot more often, and I do a mental health check-in every day, and I give a writing update when that's relevant. I aim for 2pm EST. I'd love to hear from you there! … Continue reading The Spiritual Side of My Writing Career
Mariah K. Porter 