My Musings & More
by Nicole Mathew
Recent Pieces
Improve This *One* Thing To Make Your Relationships Better
Working on this one skill will seriously make you a better friend.
Your Mind and Body Off Sleep
In case you need a reminder – sleep habits have a huge affect on your mental health.
How to Help if Your Friend is in a Rut
Here’s how to be the support your vina needs in times of trouble
What Is Gaslighting & How Can We Spot It?
It’s a form of slow brainwashing done by narcissists, as well as dictators or cult leaders, who often fall into this category themselves.
Five Important Woman the History Books Forgot
You may not have read about these ladies in high school!
Why the Bodily Act of Marching Matters
What psychology tells us about physically coming together, and why it matters in activism.
Why Making Friends Online is Totally Normal
Over the last decade, we have witnessed technology evolve right before our eyes – it’s bringing us together, from all corners of the globe.
How to Make Your Resume Stand Out
Even if you aren’t looking for a new job, it’s always a good call to make sure your resume is in tip-top shape should an opportunity swing your way.
Oh Ya Know, I’ve Just Been Busy Making It Happen!
Oh em gee. It's been quite a while, hasn't it? Summer has come and gone - it's hard to believe it's nearly Halloween! I've been quite busy over the last six months... here are the highlights: The Geeky Press is becoming quite a thing. We're doing things. That's kind...
My Latest Happenings
I planned to write this post about a week ago, but I fell ill with the worst flu I've had in my adult life. My love even said this is the first time he's seen me knocked on my ass by the plague - normally, I'm back to myself within a few days. Whatever this was, it...
Be An Informed, Educated Voter
We have officially entered the year of the next Presidential election in the United States. While I tend to keep my political thoughts to myself or only share with a small group of friends/colleagues, I feel it's important to share some information with my friends,...
2 Lists to Help You Love Your Life Again
Stuck in a rut? Not happy with how things are going in your life? It must be time for a change! Speaking strictly on my own personal experience, I have found happiness by doing a few little things - get rid of the negative influences and alter some things. I've...
What Kind of Journaler Are You?
Me? I feel like I'm a shitty journal keeper. Personal journaling, that is (unless you count Twitter). I’m pretty consistent when it comes to jotting down my thoughts about my writing journey. I opened a journal I started last September. I’ve barely filled a third of...
Fresh Writing Prompts to Finish the Holiday Weekend
Today wraps up the last day of the Labor Day weekend holiday. To kick off the weekend I had oral surgery to remove a couple of wisdom teeth, so I've been confined to the couch for most of the holiday watching Netflix and napping. When I wasn't doing one of those two...
Summer 2015 – One for the Books
I’m back! Holy shit, it’s been a while. When I realized I hadn’t posted all summer, I couldn’t believe it. It’s all good though – it’s been a very busy summer for me. Here are some highlights... Traveled for business to Savannah, GA (a city I wanted to visit for the...