I do most of my best thinking while talking aimlessly. That’s how my editor and I like to work together. Capture, then craft. So. I wanted to try something new this week and post a video on what went through my head as I wrote this piece.

Because when I write, I speak directly with you across an imaginary table, and while these videos are imperfectly and quickly edited— so am I. I hope you feel like you’re sitting in the chair across from me.

So let’s get into it. Let me know if you like this format. And if you have an idea of what to name these ramblings, comment below.

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