AUTHOR

Derek MacDonald

Writer & editorial leader specializing in brand narrative, strategy, and storytelling operations. Sharing the small, but meaningful, moments that make you rethink how you move through daily life. Started 'Unobstructed' after a 15+ year journey in marketing, outdoor education, and leadership development. Visit derekmacdonald.com to learn more.

Stories by Derek


Rethink how you move through the world.

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Found But Not Lost

I'm proud of myself. That's not something I say very often. In fact, I couldn't remember the last ti...

Those Who Add

Daylight soaked through the window by my shoulder. With a book laying open in my lap, I looked up to...



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