Raven Moore is a modern anthropologist, lifestyle writer and blogger based in Chicago. Writer I've been writing a variety of essays, poetry, fiction and non-fiction for over 20 years. My past work ranges from copywriting, ghost writing and editing to ...
(re)Examining Modern Convention
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3 Things That Undermine Community and 1 Wildcard
When market or business leaders ignore a community, it’s not just simple ignorance (or arrogance).
Who is Your Alter Ego?
The true difference between an alter ego and “just pretend” is that the former is truly part of your inner persona while the latter is a choice of impractical absurdity
Lessons Learned & Learning
Such lessons reminded me of one of my favorite books, The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame. My favorite character (and with whom I indentifed with the most) was the capricious, self-indulgent Mr. Toad. Why? Because he was completely at ease with doing what he wanted when he wanted – even at his financial and personal detriment. Granted, those aren’t particularly positive traits, but they described me at time in my life when I didn’t account for my mistakes, just like Mr. Toad.