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Emma Kathryn Harris

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Health

Hurricane Helene’s effects on mental health

October 25, 2024October 18, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Hurricane Helene brought massive physical destruction to Western North Carolina. It also left many traumatized, scarred, and emotionally paralyzed.

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Health, Writing Life

When life paralyzes your writing

October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Events in life, such as trauma, can paralyze our writing productivity. What should we consider about ourselves when we feel ineffectual, unable to focus?

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Essays

The study of strangers

October 2, 2024September 15, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

People watching is a pastime for many of us, especially as writers. But would strangers alter their behavior if they knew they were being studied?

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Writing Life

How quiet is solitude?

September 27, 2024September 20, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Solitude is an ideal time for reflection and observation. Disconnecting ourselves momentarily from the mundane can refresh us and spark our imagination.

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Essays

Delighting in rabbits and other furry creatures

September 25, 2024September 10, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Animals captivate us. We thrill when we see rabbits and foxes. People adore their dogs and other pets. There is something comforting about animals that we have yet to fully understand.

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Writing Life

Creating an inspiring writing space

September 20, 2024September 18, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Our writing environment contributes to our productivity, creativity, and professionalism. Here are six ways we can examine how to create an inspiring writing space.

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