Howdy,

In the past year I've made some very tough decisions that, although scary, ultimately helped me grow and reconnect with myself.

Here's what I wrote about my experiences (click the images to read the full pieces):

It's been over a year now, but ever since I joined Medium's member program, I've discovered there were things I didn't know I could write about.

This piece explains the three lessons I learned that I wish I knew when I first started. They apply to much more than just writing on Medium.

1. Set attainable goals.
2. Your profile matters more than you think.
3. Honesty has a real impact.

WHY I NO LONGER SPEAK TO MY MOM

This piece is less about my relationship with my mom than it is about how relationships with parents can become unhealthy and unsustainable.

The takeaways:

• What trauma looks like in parents.
• How trauma is passed down.
• Why putting distance between you and family is OK.

And finally, good old weed.

I started smoking it regularly when I went to college. It made me feel paranoid and numb. In the beginning, I liked that. Now I hate it.

Last December I quit weed and since then I've started doing 9 things instead.

Those 9 things include:

• Exercise.
• Plant medicine.
• Feeling my emotions.

This week's writing prompt: What's one habit you want to quit? What's stopping you?


That's all,

Nick

P.S. Exciting announcement coming soon!