When Words Collide is a literary festival that takes place in Calgary, Alberta, every August. I learned about it and attended in 2017, as an aspiring writer. This year I’m not only participating in the audience, but also as an author and speaker on four relevant and meaningful panels. Each one is listed below. ClickContinue reading “When Words Collide”
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Crazy: Memoir of a Mom Gone Mad
When Charise Jewell decided to leave her career as a robotics engineer to pursue writing fiction, the 40-year old mother of three had no idea that she was embarking on a real life story beyond her wildest imagination. Without warning, and while preparing to celebrate Mother’s Day 2017, she rapidly descended into a severe mania,Continue reading “Crazy: Memoir of a Mom Gone Mad”
Talking to kids about mental illness
This is a slide from my mental illness/health presentation for kids at local schools. You can click through and share any or all of the slides below. When we talk openly about mental illness it reassures people if they have any concerns, and helps to remove stigma. This fosters open communication, which makes people moreContinue reading “Talking to kids about mental illness”
Balancing Bipolar Disorder
I recently saw my psychiatrist for a check-up, something that happens every month or two depending on my mood. He’s been pleased with my progress and during the appointment he remarked “Whatever you’re doing, keep doing it.” This got me thinking – what am I doing? In the past year I’ve fluctuated between hyper maniaContinue reading “Balancing Bipolar Disorder”
About Me
I’m a freelance writer and editor who was an automation engineer for fifteen years. I also have bipolar 1 mood disorder. My areas of expertise include mental health/illness, building resilience, parenting, fitness, and books. Specialties:• Writing• Editing• Copy editing• Ghostwriting• Research, fact-checking, interviewing I have an Honours Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) degree with a MinorContinue reading “About Me”
