I discovered over 10 images that I’d used that have since disappeared from Unsplash and Pexels — I only noticed this issue because I recently deleted 207 stories from Medium and moved them to my own blog. After the stories were moved, I had to re-add the featured images manually to each article. That meant going back to Unsplash and Pexels to download them again. I haven't…

What a monumental waste — The longer I write on Medium, the more I realize what a waste of time it is for me. I know a few writers that are still earning over $1,000 a month, so for them, it's probably worth still publishing here. But for me, there's not much point, apart from…

I might delete another 153 very soon — As many of you will already know, by Medium earnings have dropped from a peak of $1,695 in April to under $80 in December. It’s simply no longer worth my while to write here regularly. You may also be aware that as a result of the above, I started my…

And how you can emulate them — So, you want to be a top writer? Did you know that there are certain traits that set these writers apart from the crowd? If we can figure out what they do that others don’t, we can learn to emulate them. That will improve our writing over time. Don’t expect…

7 things you can try, starting today — In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to find a balance between your personal and professional life. With the constant pressure to be productive and successful, it can be easy to become overwhelmed and burnt out. However, finding a balance between your work and your personal life is essential…

There are simple actions you can take to help yourself — I’m sorry to hear that you’re feeling sad and depressed. It can be a difficult and overwhelming experience, but there are things you can try that may help improve your mood. Here are a few suggestions: #1 Connect with others Spending time with friends and loved ones, or even just talking to someone on…

Get 2023 off to a great start! — Meditation is a practice that has been around for centuries, but has gained increasing popularity in recent years as a way to reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and enhance overall well-being. While the concept of meditation may seem intimidating or mysterious to some, it is actually a simple and straightforward…

Simple solutions to aging that you can implement today — We all want to look younger and, luckily, there are lots we can do to help us achieve this. When we look younger, we also feel younger. We’re also likely to be healthier on the inside. We have a biological age, as well as chronological age. I’m sure you all…

Follow these steps to feel rejuvenated like never before — Sleep is important because it allows the body to rest and repair itself. It is also thought to be important for brain function, as it is during sleep that the brain consolidates memories and processes information. Here are ten ways to help you get a perfect night’s sleep: #1 Stick to a regular sleep schedule by going to bed and waking up…