On this day two years ago, I published my first newsletter and it caused my life to start shifting.
Derek MacDonald
Derek MacDonald is a former outdoor educator working in tech. In addition to writing and editing narrative nonfiction, he likes building websites, running, and competing in live-storytelling events. Derek currently lives in Burlington, VT. You can learn more about him at www.derekmacdonald.com.
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When I was a teenager working as a camp counselor, the parent of one of my campers once told me how ...
You give hope a chance the moment you admit why you’re scared.
In 2017, I was at a trade show with some of the world's top outdoor athletes.
I'd been focused on not wiping out.
I’m rewatching the Ted Lasso series right now, and it got me thinking about recognition and response...
I've tried a lot of morning routine variations, and my biggest hurdle has always been fitting in all...
How people respond tells you a lot about what they've been through.
Believe it or not, we're half-way there.
Someone recommended a book to me today because, in their words, it was similar to my writing style.
I listen to a lot of podcasts, but I hadn't expected an interview with a comedian to change how I se...
"Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind."
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