Ed A. Murray's Blog, page 2

How Writing Enhances Your Mental Health and Ignites Creativity

Despite the onslaught of AI, picking up a pen still has its benefits.

Write Your Memoir, Before the Story Ends

I want to be clear: All life stories are worth telling. Are you ready to finally tell yours?

How Reading Fiction Can Improve Your Mind and Boost Professional Success

When it comes to professional development, the natural urge is to read nonfiction. But what if fiction holds the key to success?

Jim Harrison Always Comes Through When I Need Him

Whenever I'm in need of a creative reset, I turn to Jim Harrison. Here's why.

The Only Addiction You Shouldn’t Try to Break

Addictions are usually bad things. But what if there's one that we should actually encourage?

Ranking the Best Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novels of the 2010s

Here is a list ranking the best books from the 2010s that won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction.

New Business, New Life: Why It Makes Sense to Change Careers When You’re Unhappy

Stuck in an unfulfilling career? It doesn't have to be that way.

How to Get Discovered as a Creative: 6 Helpful Tips

Being creative is a great way to express yourself and make money, but the journey of turning your creative passions into a viable business can be daunting. Here are some helpful tips.

Don’t Get Burned By Home Office Burnout: 4 Tips for Overcoming WFH Stress

Working from home has so many advantages, it’s no wonder more and more of us are setting up our desks and desktops in a corner of our house. We can wear sweatpants, go to our refrigerators when we get hungry or even just bored. We can leave when we want to go to the dentistContinue reading "Don’t Get Burned By Home Office Burnout: 4 Tips for Overcoming WFH Stress"

How to Turn Your Hobby Into Your Full-time Job

With a clean slate, the start of a new year is the perfect time to consider turning your hobby into a full-time career. But where should you start?