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    Kelsey Olesen

    Young Adult Fantasy Writer

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    Save the World: Recommend Books!
    Kelsey Olesen
    • Jun 7, 2019
    • 4 min

    Save the World: Recommend Books!

    We don't need to be the heroes out to save the world to make a difference in it. There's no dragon to fight in a battle you make up
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    The Confidence Problem
    Kelsey Olesen
    • Jun 22, 2018
    • 5 min

    The Confidence Problem

    I've been told for most of my life that I am a strong, confident young woman. This is not true. If I appear strong, it is because I am afraid of looking weak. If I appear confident, it is to live up to the expectation that I am. Most of the time, I am constantly worrying about what I do, say, and think. This is not particularly helpful in a creative field. What's the solution? This post is a creative brainstorm to find my way out of this self-confidence problem. And hopefully
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    The Unexpected Problem of Student Loans, PART 2
    Kelsey Olesen
    • Feb 16, 2018
    • 5 min

    The Unexpected Problem of Student Loans, PART 2

    What is the goal of college? Is it to create well-rounded, thoughtful adults? To teach youthful teenagers the responsibilities and sorrows o
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    How to Change Your Life in 5 Key Areas
    Kelsey Olesen
    • Sep 29, 2017
    • 13 min

    How to Change Your Life in 5 Key Areas

    In the last few years, I have made many huge changes in my life. Some of them were difficult, but some we far worse agonizing over the decision rather than just doing them. In this blog post, I would like to share the wisdom I have learned these last few years to help others who are looking to make changes in their lives. It's often easier than you think! And you'll be much happier once you take the plunge. How to... 1. Get rid of bad influences. Maybe it's a friend who is co
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    Get Obsessed with Your Story
    Kelsey Olesen
    • Sep 8, 2017
    • 6 min

    Get Obsessed with Your Story

    It is difficult to know when to put off laundry one more day so that you can get that chapter down that's been rattling around inside yo
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    The Fear of Being Average
    Kelsey Olesen
    • Jul 21, 2017
    • 3 min

    The Fear of Being Average

    Growing up, you are constantly told how special you are, how you can do anything, be anything, and possibly touch the moon if you jump high enough. In high school, you are encouraged to find the thing you like/are good at and pursue it. In college, you develop expertise in that area until you are sure in your young, confident brain, that you now Know Everything. You're ready to go out an conquer the world, like your mom always told you that you could! Then you get to the job
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