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I finally finished the first draft of my novel. I’m celebrating a bit, by re-watching hobbit trilogy, and then I will start with editing.

I finally finished the first draft of my novel. I’m celebrating a bit, by re-watching hobbit trilogy, and then I will start with editing.

One more tip I’ve found helpful for protecting your mental health: minimize how much news and social media you consume. Having lived...

One more tip I’ve found helpful for protecting your mental health: minimize how much news and social media you consume. Having lived through a war, I’ve learned to approach news differently. Instead of watching or listening to it, I read it—this reduces the emotional impact since I’m not absorbing the heightened reactions of reporters or anchors. I still stay informed, but without the emotional toll.

I also start with international news to get a broader perspective, then skim headlines from NPR or Reuters for local updates. This approach helps me stay grounded and not overwhelmed by every chaotic headline.

Another thing that really helps: ending my day with laughter. Shows like The Daily Show or Stephen Colbert are great for this, and the humor relaxes me enough to sleep. This journey is a long one (at least four years!), so practicing self-care is essential.

For everyone who asked for some advice, here’s something that’s truly helped me. Two powerful books I recommend are Man’s Search for...

For everyone who asked for some advice, here’s something that’s truly helped me. Two powerful books I recommend are Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl and The Choice by Edith Eger. Both authors, who survived the Holocaust and went on to become psychologists, share a common message: finding meaning and helping others—even in small ways—can sustain us through tough times.

Inspired by this, I’ve decided to start providing volunteer therapy to the trans community as a therapist-in-training. I’m currently completing the paperwork, and I’m excited to officially begin next week.

Find an action that resonates with you, and let’s all try to bring kindness into the world.

OK guys, I'm back. Just to make it clear, I did not vote for Trump, and my personal values do not allow me to support him and his...

OK guys, I'm back. Just to make it clear, I did not vote for Trump, and my personal values do not allow me to support him and his policies. Right now, I am thinking what can I do, how can I help with the misery that expects US. Since I grew up in authoritarian country, and survived civil war, I think I have enough experience to pick the most effective way.

Dumplings are one of my favorite foods. So today, in honor of a Dragon year I’m making some. Problem is it gets eaten faster that it gets...

Dumplings are one of my favorite foods. So today, in honor of a Dragon year I’m making some. Problem is it gets eaten faster that it gets made. So only photo I could take is while they are steaming.

Amazing book. Main character is granny and her character ark is the best ever.

Amazing book. Main character is granny and her character ark is the best ever.

Last night snow fall made a clown out one of our cars. I still do not know how this happened.

Last night snow fall made a clown out one of our cars. I still do not know how this happened.

Since I was in Argentina I got hooked on Yerba mate and now I’m enjoying the mate tea again. Almost done with my bag of the loose tea....

Since I was in Argentina I got hooked on Yerba mate and now I’m enjoying the mate tea again. Almost done with my bag of the loose tea. (Btw, no salt in this tea ;-)

I was intrigued by this salt and tea controversy. And I tried it, and I could not taste difference. Granted, I do drink very strong tea and...

I was intrigued by this salt and tea controversy. And I tried it, and I could not taste difference. Granted, I do drink very strong tea and do not mind bitterness. Maybe that is the reason. https://www.npr.org/2024/01/25/1226815949/tea-salt-controversy-us-uk

I just learned that a place called Mosquitoville exists in Vermont, USA. That’s the one I will NEVER visit.

I just learned that a place called Mosquitoville exists in Vermont, USA. That’s the one I will NEVER visit.

I survived civil war. The author is spot on with conclusions. If you want to know how civil wars start, this is truly a book to read.

I survived civil war. The author is spot on with conclusions. If you want to know how civil wars start, this is truly a book to read.

Today is orthodox Christmas. Merry Christmas.

Today is orthodox Christmas. Merry Christmas.

My mother in law gave me Van Gogh earrings. My hubby concluded it has to be a early Van Gogh because there are two earrings.

My mother in law gave me Van Gogh earrings. My hubby concluded it has to be a early Van Gogh because there are two earrings.

Happy new year!

Happy new year!

My class colleague recommended me this book. I’m halfway through and cannot put it down. Insights, ideas, and explanations are mind...

My class colleague recommended me this book. I’m halfway through and cannot put it down. Insights, ideas, and explanations are mind blowing!

Happy Solstice! I added some chapters to Alathea's story.https://www.zamackic.com/p/reading-order-of-fan-fiction-story.html#Dune...

Happy Solstice!
I added some chapters to Alathea's story.
https://www.zamackic.com/p/reading-order-of-fan-fiction-story.html

#Dune #Startrek #fanfiction #writing

I think I can finally get back to writing my fan fiction. This morning I wrote another section about Alathea's adventures. Here is the...

I think I can finally get back to writing my fan fiction. This morning I wrote another section about Alathea's adventures. Here is the reading order of the story. https://www.zamackic.com/p/reading-order-of-fan-fiction-story.html
#Dune #startrek #fanfiction #writing

My cat died last night. I’m still processing what happened.

My cat died last night. I’m still processing what happened.

I just posted 3 more parts of Alathea's story. The plot is...

I just posted 3 more parts of Alathea's story. The plot is thickening.
https://www.zamackic.com/p/reading-order-of-fan-fiction-story.html
#Dune #startrek #fanfiction #writing

I found this at some other social media and idea is so hilarious that I will definitely try to do it at the next protests. I’m white, I...

I found this at some other social media and idea is so hilarious that I will definitely try to do it at the next protests. I’m white, I might get away with this.