According to Slate, people who read regularly are better at problem-solving, enjoy sharper minds as they age, and even live longer. Treat books like weights for your brain. Start small, set a daily goal, and watch your mental focus grow stronger.

Just binged The Friend Zone series by Abby Jimenez: 3 books in 3 days! The biggest relationship lesson? Miscommunication ruins everything. Stop assuming, start talking, and keep those lines wide open!

Once I have an idea for a novel, I become completely obsessed, writing at all hours and pausing only for life's unavoidable interruptions. The challenge is coming up with the idea. That’s like waiting for lightning to strike while holding a metal rod in a thunderstorm and yelling, “Anytime now!”

Photography was my first interest and writing is my pride and joy. My novel, Orbiting Hearts, is a labor of love—something I can’t wait to share with you all! But you must be patient because I have to publish it first.

Hey there, world. I’m Juliana Swenson—a Brazilian-born photographer, writer, and certified dork. My journey started with a Pentax K1000, a little rebel spirit, and a passion for capturing stories in photos and words. Excited to bring you along on my next adventure. Stay tuned…