Mike Writing Narrated Blog

Episodes

1. 17

   Defining Success Series: Success by Your Scale

   In a series of essays, I’m taking a practical approach to set metrics for success. For the new year, let's decide what our success will look like.

   Dec 27, 2018

   5 min
2. 16

   Scroll of the Mobile Phone | PEOPLE

   With 68% of 7.5 billion earthlings owning a mobile phone, these brilliant devices are more common than a toothbrush. But how much screen time is too much? Full text: https://mkwr.co/2Qt34mK Source: “Number Of Smartphone Users Worldwide From 2014 To 2020 (in billions)” by Statista:...

   Oct 4, 2018

   13 min
3. 15

   The Anxiety I Shouldn't Have | PEOPLE

   I get heavy anxiety when I'll be spending time with my kids. I think that I would be okay if I never thought of the goodbye. Full text at mikewriting.com

   Sep 16, 2018

   3 min
4. 14

   Curb Racism, A Guide | CHUCKLES

   No, I haven't cracked racism YET. But I'm closer than I’ve ever been! Here are several mitigation techniques for diffusing racist encounters. Visit mikewriting.com for full text and images.

   Sep 8, 2018

   9 min
5. 13

   40 Acres and a Dodge Challenger Part 1 | FIGHT ME

   As parents, what do we lose when we keep the subject of Money taboo? This is one Black American male's perspective of lessons learned and not learned that reinforced Broke Mentality Story featured on mikewriting.com

   Jun 21, 2018

   10 min
6. 12

   Friends with Purposes | OPEN LETTER

   You want to see your tribe winning during the prime of their lives. I'll always push my friends to do the work they love. Consider this article a push. Story featured on mikewriting.com

   Aug 21, 2017

   6 min
7. 11

   Artists and Change | ARTISTS

   Artists reserve their rights to create, change, evolve, and innovate. Get on board or get out the way. Story featured on mikewriting.com

   Feb 14, 2017

   4 min
8. 10

   I Used to Look Just Like Her | OPEN LETTER

   I stumble through superficial conversation with my mom even though that's the only kind we have. Our relationship needs repairing. I'm just not brave enough yet. Story featured on mikewriting.com

   Jan 16, 2017

   12 min
9. 9

   My Pleasure! | LIFE TIPS

   A fine example of the relationship between emotions, behavior, and habits is Chick-fil-A's employees saying 'my pleasure' to customers. It's also a clever way to express eager servitude and humble gratitude. Story featured at mikewriting.com

   Jan 2, 2017

   5 min
10. 8

    Oh, Public Speaking, Where Is Thy Sting | SPEAKING

    Here's a what-I-know-so-far guide to improving your public speaking. Read or listen to unique ways to get over the anxiety and where to focus during prep. Story featured on mikewriting.com

    Dec 20, 2016

    11 min
11. 7

    Thank You, Mrs Byington | OPEN LETTER

    Mrs. Byington, 10th grade English, inspired me to write despite my not rejecting an invitation to join the Journalism Club. Story featured on mikewriting.com

    Dec 2, 2016

    9 min
12. 6

    If I Was In A Band | CHUCKLES

    I own a harmonica. I'll probably, definitely probably start a band. Here's a list of band names. Story featured on mikewriting.com

    Nov 28, 2016

    4 min
13. 5

    Just A Man | PEOPLE

    I understand why we idolize the intelligent, accomplished, and successful. I don't understand why we elevate celebrities to a plane where mistakes can't be made. Story featured on mikewriting.com

    Nov 25, 2016

    11 min
14. 4

    The Death of Public Restrooms | PREDICTIONS

    The conversation of transgender people and public restrooms is not complex at all. Here is the inevitable outcome. Story featured on mikewriting.com

    Nov 18, 2016

    10 min
15. 3

    Crying at Funerals | PEOPLE

    If you loved them while they lived, celebrate their life at the funeral. Nine questions to ask yourself if you are holding onto a grudge. Full text: https://mkwr.co/2RIN7KH

    Nov 11, 2016

    6 min
16. 2

    About Divorce | PEOPLE

    I've been wrong about divorce. I believed divorce was wrong. I considered myself a failure. I thought it was my fault. Visit mikewriting.com for full text Twitter: @mkwrco https://twitter.com/mkwrco/ Facebook: @mkwrco https://www.facebook.com/mkwrco/ Instagram: @mkwrco...

    Oct 31, 2016

    6 min
17. 1

    Debashing of Millennials | PEOPLE

    We dissect some key parts of the millennials to talk about what made them and what drives them in comparison to their parents. Visit mikewriting.com for full text Twitter: @mkwrco https://twitter.com/mkwrco/ Facebook: @mkwrco https://www.facebook.com/mkwrco/ Instagram: @mkwrco...

    Oct 28, 2016

    7 min