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Oct 30, 2019

12 Reasons I Write For Odyssey, On The Eve Of My 100th Article

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I still can't believe these last two years have gone by so quickly since I started writing for Odyssey. I chose to do so after reaching out to a friend at another university who was an editor to ask her about her experience and the process behind it all. What she told me sold me on the idea of becoming an Odyssey content creator.

Today, on the day of my 100^th article, I'm feeling reflective about my time so far. There are 12 core reasons why I continue to write Odyssey articles, and yes, I'm breaking out Friends gifs because it's still my favorite show.

1. Writing keeps me accountable

I have tried countless times to set deadlines for my personal projects like creating and maintaining a blog, but it never works out.

2. I enjoy the creativity of the platform

I enjoy not having to write about one specific topic, but being able to write about topics that are interesting to me and with which I resonate.

3. Odyssey has helped me become more accountable in every day life

The accountability that goes along with being a content creator has trickled into other aspects of my life, too and has improved my time-management skills.

4. It helps my brain stay active

Luckily, writing hasn't made me go crazy, like Ross.

I like writing and I keep doing it to keep my brain thinking and processing information.

5. I'm always searching for topics to write about

Which means I've become much more perceptive of the news and I am more ambitious to keep up-to-date in case a topic arises that I'm interested in writing about further or from my perspective.

6. I've learned a lot about myself

The whole process of choosing resonating topics has influenced me in a personal way too, and I have grown comfortable with challenging myself to write about uncomfortable topics.

7. Some of my articles have also served as writing samples for job applications

This has been the biggest perk of writing for Odyssey.

8. Writing has kept me sane in the most insane times of my life

While there have been times that I've needed extensions, especially now that I'm in grad school, but the escape of writing has always helped me quiet the hectic times in my life.

9. I get to be reflective and put my thoughts into words

Much like Ross did with his music. Some of my articles have been more personal, but they've helped me process a lot of things in life.

10. I get to write about my experiences and personal opinions

The only platform that is similar to Odyssey is a personal blog or Tumblr, because the material is not meant to be digested in a single Facebook or Instagram post. I enjoy writing about personal experiences and opinions to provide my take on an issue. This also helps me research and formulate a strong argument for discussions.

11. The community aspect of it makes Odyssey more fun than blogging

Although I will eventually have a blog at some point in addition to Odyssey, I value the community aspect of it and I think it's what makes the platform unique.

12. I am constantly learning

Researching topics keeps me up-to-date on issues and teaches me things I would otherwise never have known about.

Here's to another two years and beyond, Odyssey.

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12 Reasons I Write For Odyssey, On The Eve Of My 100th Article

Pinch me! There's no way I've already written 99 articles.

1. Writing keeps me accountable

2. I enjoy the creativity of the platform

3. Odyssey has helped me become more accountable in every day life

4. It helps my brain stay active

5. I'm always searching for topics to write about

6. I've learned a lot about myself

7. Some of my articles have also served as writing samples for job applications

8. Writing has kept me sane in the most insane times of my life

9. I get to be reflective and put my thoughts into words

10. I get to write about my experiences and personal opinions

11. The community aspect of it makes Odyssey more fun than blogging

12. I am constantly learning

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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Email the professor

Attend the first class

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