I just signed up for an online course "Introduction to Internet Writing Markets" through my local community college. I am working on developing my writing skills and business savy to make money with my writing talents. I've thought of blogging for myself or others, grant writing, e-magazine articles, and even my own book!
If anyone has ideas or knows of someone in need of a writer please let me know at facebook.com/karrhjd or twitter.com/karrhjd (I'm not ready to put my email up on the web quite yet). For each subject area I will be sending out tips and trends on various topics. For example, for this blog I may write up an article on the pros and cons of having a psychotherapist for talk therapy - something I have experience in.
For now blogging is my mode of choice for breaking into the Internet markets. I'll probably be sticking to subject matter that I know something about, such as this blog and bipolar disorder. But I will likely venture out into other areas through research and exploration. Hopefully my online course will start me in the direction I should go. Maybe I need a plan, you think?
Some other subject areas I've been thinking about blogging are photography, summarizing and opinionating (new word) interesting or weird news topics (not just retweeting), Christianity and the Bible, and grant writing. I'm sure there are many other areas I'm interested in that will show up as I move forward. Thanks for reading! Jeff
This blog is fulfilling a personal passion of mine: helping my fellow bipolar sufferor(s) strive to gain control over this disorder! My intent is to pass on relevant, useful content for creating wellness. Join me as I write about coping with my disorder, working through some life event that appears huge but is ultimately defeated, and staying hopeful.
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Monday, November 7, 2011
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Today's Visit to Another Christian Church
Well, we "visited" another local church for an assessment and later discussion. The church we invaded today was somewhat liturgical, a high church if you will (think fansy smansy with candles). You see, my six friends and I are looking at the various local churches to see which ones fit us. We are trying to find the "best" church for our worship styles and other factors. If it fits we will join.
A problem you may see right away is what if we each like different churches. Well then if that becomes the case I say each goes to worship at his/her preferred congregation. Following Christ is more important than following each other! Also, since I'm single I'm totally free. The two couples have to make compromises and sacrifices to arrive at a mutually agreeable church. Ha ha.
It is critical that each of us feels comfortable with church doctrine, worship style, and overall church environment. Is it closed in and dark? Or are there majestic stained glass windows reaching up to the tall ceiling, revealing ample amounts of pure sunshine, with glistening angels gently gliding above you. Are you inspired by the praise and worship experience? Are the sermons Biblical? Do you have a sense of the presence of the Holy Spirit?
Well, I'll tell you today's church didn't impress me. Not that I'm a modernist or something, but the chapel and associated buildings were old. The average churchgoer was old. Not too many folks in my age range. Next up, what is the doctrine like? Well, I thought the doctrine we heard was sufficient to the topic discussed (what does that mean?). I wish I could be more clear but the hour is getting late.
Finally, I had to assess the churches praise and worship. Well, there you go again: the music was old. We could barely read it on the overhead because they picked a poor background and font color for their Power point slides. The church praise ministry consisted of two vocalists, a guy and a gal, and a piano player. THAT's IT! I couldn't believe it. But they pulled it off. They sounded pleasing to our judgmental ears. Anyway, it didn't do much for me. I think I'm hooked on the more contemporary, live music like they have at the mega churches.
Stay tuned and I'll write about my final selection! This get up reminds me of the X-factor. My friends and I are the judges and each church gets to try out to see if we like them. We'll call it the Church-factor.
A problem you may see right away is what if we each like different churches. Well then if that becomes the case I say each goes to worship at his/her preferred congregation. Following Christ is more important than following each other! Also, since I'm single I'm totally free. The two couples have to make compromises and sacrifices to arrive at a mutually agreeable church. Ha ha.
It is critical that each of us feels comfortable with church doctrine, worship style, and overall church environment. Is it closed in and dark? Or are there majestic stained glass windows reaching up to the tall ceiling, revealing ample amounts of pure sunshine, with glistening angels gently gliding above you. Are you inspired by the praise and worship experience? Are the sermons Biblical? Do you have a sense of the presence of the Holy Spirit?
Well, I'll tell you today's church didn't impress me. Not that I'm a modernist or something, but the chapel and associated buildings were old. The average churchgoer was old. Not too many folks in my age range. Next up, what is the doctrine like? Well, I thought the doctrine we heard was sufficient to the topic discussed (what does that mean?). I wish I could be more clear but the hour is getting late.
Finally, I had to assess the churches praise and worship. Well, there you go again: the music was old. We could barely read it on the overhead because they picked a poor background and font color for their Power point slides. The church praise ministry consisted of two vocalists, a guy and a gal, and a piano player. THAT's IT! I couldn't believe it. But they pulled it off. They sounded pleasing to our judgmental ears. Anyway, it didn't do much for me. I think I'm hooked on the more contemporary, live music like they have at the mega churches.
Stay tuned and I'll write about my final selection! This get up reminds me of the X-factor. My friends and I are the judges and each church gets to try out to see if we like them. We'll call it the Church-factor.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Home on a Friday
Well, I'm home on a Friday evening for the umpteeunth time this year. It's actually becoming habitual I think. It is consistent with my depression symptom to withdrawal from people and activities. Rather uninspiring if you ask me. So, tonight I'm committing myself to an enjoyable evening. It might be difficult but I'll do it. I need to remember: if you can't change the circumstances, then change the person going through the circumstance. This is a good one for getting motivated to work on who you are being in the present. The present is all we really have control over at any given time in our lives. Think about it. On that note I'm going to play (and enjoy) a online card game (not poker). Take care all.
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