Fathi Jalil
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I’m a writer who loves sharing stories and making connections. Along the way, I learned how to make writing work for me. Now, I share what I’ve learned so others can too.
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Discipline with Love
When I was eight, I did something I felt bad about. That afternoon after school, when it was too hot outside and your body was moving faster than your mind, it happened. The ball flew over the fence and hit our neighbor's flower pot because I kicked it too hard.
By Fathi Jalil9 months ago in Motivation
The Power of Listening
My mom did something that changed how I saw people when I was younger, but I didn't know it. "It was okay." Not the kind of "uh-huh, yeah, okay" while scrolling through her phone or cooking dinner. This is the real kind. The kind that made you think what you were saying was important.
By Fathi Jalil9 months ago in Motivation
What My Friend’s Mom Taught Me About Real Love
Michael and I were like brothers as kids. We lived only a few houses away and spent almost every day together. We'd walk to school, race our bikes home, and sit on the curb discussing how life would be when we were older. He was the type of person who makes you feel safe. Never shout, never try too hard. Just be steady.
By Fathi Jalil9 months ago in Motivation
Quiet Sacrifices, Loud Love
I don’t know if this story will mean much to you. But it meant everything to us. Thank You Dad This picture is stuck to our fridge. The corners are a little creased, the colors are a little smudged, and the sky is only half blue because the crayon probably ran out. Four stick figures stand in the middle under a tilted sun. They all smile, but one of them is taller, has bigger arms, and doesn't smile any more. She called him "Daddy."
By Fathi Jalil9 months ago in Motivation
How to Spark Inspiration When Your Brain’s a Total Blank
Ever sit down to write and just… nothing? Like, your mind’s a ghost town, tumbleweeds rolling by, and all you’ve got is a blinking cursor mocking you? Yeah, I’ve been there, slumped over my laptop, wondering if I’ll ever string two decent words together again. Writer’s block is a real jerk, but here’s the good news: inspiration isn’t some magical unicorn that only shows up when it feels like it. You can coax it out of hiding with a few simple tricks. Let’s chat about how to kickstart your creativity when you’re stuck, based on stuff I’ve tried, messed up, and figured out along the way.
By Fathi Jalil9 months ago in Writers
Anyone Can Start Writing Online, Even Without Experience
Ever thought about writing online but felt like you weren’t good enough to start? Maybe you think you need a degree in English or years of experience. The truth is, you don’t. Some of the best online writers today started with zero experience, no fancy vocabulary, and no professional background.
By Fathi Jalil10 months ago in Writers
