Mel Bridges
The Unseen Impact: Why Prioritizing Sleep Is So Essential
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, sleep often takes a back seat. We push our boundaries, burning the midnight oil to meet...
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Mel Bridges
Aug 112 min read
Are You Using These Storytelling Strategies to Connect with Your Audience?
Mastering the art of storytelling can be a game-changer. In a professional setting or among social interactions, telling a good story is a
Mel Bridges
Aug 23 min read
Embracing the Rollercoaster: Handling a Love-Hate Relationship with Writing
I am one of many whose relationship with writing is a labor of love intertwined with moments of self-doubt and dread.
Mel Bridges
Jul 142 min read
The Worrisome Evolution of the Word “Content” Part 2
The term content has transcended its conventional meaning over the years, transforming itself into a multifaceted concept with differing
Mel Bridges
Jul 122 min read
The Worrisome Evolution of the Word “Content” Part 1
Are all content created equal? Of course not, you say.
Mel Bridges
Jul 122 min read
Sad Reality for Many Creatives: A Peek at Salaries for Creatives
“In the U.S., musicians make an average of $21.5K per year, and the majority (61%) report that the money they earn from music isn’t enough
Mel Bridges
Jul 42 min read
Why History? Uncovering the Importance of Studying History (Part 2)
Studying history develops crucial skills: understanding different perspectives, making sense of unfamiliar concepts, empathizing with
Mel Bridges
Jun 302 min read
Why History? Uncovering the Importance of Studying History (Part 1)
The #1 complaint about history, at least from my school days, is that “it’s Boring,” with a capital B. Well, that’s because life can be ...
Mel Bridges
Jun 122 min read
Unraveling the Mystery: Distinguishing Between Myths and Legends
I find myself using these two terms—myth and legend—interchangeably when discussing creation stories. Somehow, though, I know I...
Mel Bridges
Jun 102 min read
Key Steps to Validate Source Credibility
Sifting through the vast abundance of images, news stories, and videos and having the critical ability to discern authentic and balanced...
Mel Bridges
Jun 83 min read
Thoughts on Writing and Sharing
let’s remember to be thoughtful, respectful, and kind when sharing our work with the world. Even when we have to write about controversial
Mel Bridges
Jun 71 min read
The Pen IS Mightier than the Sword: Writing is a Mark of a Free Society
The power of the written word preserves, shares, and debates ideas
Mel Bridges
Jun 72 min read
What is history?
Writing history is at heart the art and science of deciding how to stitch together what remains of the past in a way that is meaningful ...
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