Crystals in Daily Practice
Reflect on the role of crystals and gemstones in spiritual practices. Provide insights on your journey of discovering different crystals, their properties, how you use them in daily life, and any changes or benefits you've noticed.
Suggested length: An essay or article: 800 to 2,500 words
Start the clock
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Make it yours
Three ways to take this prompt somewhere nobody else will.
- Cut every sentence that only repeats the one before it.
- Find one surprising fact and build around it.
- Use one example from your own life.
Writing essays
A mind at work, one subject at a time.
An essay collection gathers short nonfiction pieces: personal, critical, funny or all three. What ties them together is the writer's voice and way of seeing.
What readers expect
- A distinctive voice
- Personal stakes
- Surprising connections
- Pieces that stand alone
A tip before you start
Follow a question, not a thesis. The pleasure of an essay is watching someone think.
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