TAYLOR ENGLE ANDERSON BRAIN

How storytelling connects you to your deeper self. Writing has a way of pulling the most surprising things out of you. It’s why I’ve always been so drawn to it as a form of expression: it’s a bridge to your inner life, a way to connect with your higher self and bring clarity, balance, and creativity into your everyday. One of the most powerful ways I’ve deepened this practice is through morning pages, which is part of Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way . Every morning, I sit do

In today’s digital world, being a talented writer doesn’t feel like enough anymore. Your words might be brilliant, but if no one knows who you are, they can easily get lost in the noise of oversaturation.  But even in a chaotic digital world, you can carve out your peaceful little corner. Building a personal brand as a writer isn’t just about marketing or chasing followers: it’s about claiming your voice, showing up in ways that feel authentic, and connecting with readers who

Journaling is one of the simplest and most powerful tools for self-reflection, creativity, and discovering your own voice. Over the years, I’ve developed a daily practice that keeps me connected to myself, my stories, and the world around me. I want to share that with you. Here are nine ways to take your journaling practice deeper: 1. Journal Fictionally Step into your character’s mind. Write as if you are them: what they see, feel, and think. I do this every day with my crea

Why breaks are essential for maintaining your writing spark.  We glorify the grind, but creativity requires contrast, and rest is not a reward; it’s part of the process. If your writing feels flat, uninspired, or forced, it might be time to stop doing and start being.  Here are seven ways to shake it up with ease: 1. Go for a walk. Let your mind drift. Observe something beautiful. Look at trees, strangers, shadows, sunlight. Sometimes, the best ideas float in when you're not

It’s summer in South County, and sure, you’ve got to be prepared for the odd (somewhat terrifying) wildfire. But otherwise, it’s where everyone wants to be .  At least that’s what we tell ourselves. Aren’t we lucky? Aren’t we blessed? California is just the best.  Although a SoCal summer is truly inimitable, it’s also not the only place to be from June to September. When I lived in Brooklyn, the annual post-spring anthem was, “We OUTSIIIIIDE!” And we were, almost nonstop, unt

After releasing my women’s magazine , which celebrated feminine relationships and connection (and included resources on syncing your life to your menstrual cycle ), my husband and I poured ourselves into creating a magazine for men: centered on mental health, creativity, strength, softness, and truth.  We wanted to make something that felt real. Something that could help men feel comfortable being vulnerable; something that made men feel supported and inspired. We wanted to r

“We are energetic beings,” a voice resounds, “interconnected like a giant web. We are all one, reflections of each other’s states.” A crowd shares in a disbelieving laughter that begs the question: Who’s this crackpot? “False. We are all ‘His children,’ created in His image. At the same time, we are fallen and flawed, and He is our only chance at redemption,” a rival voice declares. A large portion of the crowd sign off on this one; the idea of an exclusive, male-led salvatio

This weekend, I had the privilege of exhibiting as an author at AWP  in LA—a dreamlike space where book lovers, introverts, and creative souls gathered in full force to share, create, and connect. Imagine an entire convention center buzzing with literary energy, brimming with writers, publishers, and readers: a fever dream of book nerd heaven. The vibes: Creativity with a touch of gentle chaos Walking through the LA Convention Center, you could feel the passion in the air. Ta

This is an excerpt from A Magazine For Women (He Can Read Too), a special-edition literary magazine I created for International Women's Month. For full access to all of the stories, poems, menstrual cycle-syncing resources, and works of art and photography, click here  for your print and/or digital copy. Spread out across the country, seven women go about their lives.  Stilettos smack against the streets of Manhattan. They are attached to a sharp-featured woman who is making

This project started with me writing down some prominent relationships women experience in life: partner-partner, mother-daughter, the gentle dynamic of a group of friends who feel like sisters. I then created fictional worlds around the standout sentiments, like how it feels to fall in love with yourself through someone else, or to find out you’re about to perpetuate life. As you read the magazine and follow the cycles of womanhood, you’ll begin to see it: we were always su

Sometimes it just feels good to break a rule. Creating something the “right” way is rewarding, but the ability to flip “right” on its head and stand on the decision? That’s the first and most necessary step to evolution, and it’s happening in every art form you know and love. Think: jazz improv, abstract Pollocks and Rothkos, Pulp Fiction- esque films that reject chronological storytelling, the so-bad-it’s-good singing style of punk rock. While every art form begins with a fo

In a world where most people follow the path laid before them, My Private Professor  founder Sona Shah chose to forge her own. Leaving behind a years-long career in law to pursue her true passion for tutoring and education, her unlikely journey is a testament to the power that can unfold when a woman fearlessly follows her true calling. Photo Credit: Teresa Renee Rogers Photography From law to education: A journey rooted in passion Shah began her professional career as an att

I started recovering from anorexia  in 2017. It was a grueling process, and one of the biggest lessons I had to learn was how to self-care. I’d spent years working myself into the ground because I thought punishment and sacrifice were necessary for success, but I’ve since learned that true success can only come from balance, consistency, and letting your inner child thrive. It turns out living a fruitful life has nothing to do with work. Still, most of us have to do it if we

Society regularly looks to the twenty-somethings for the clues they need to answer the ever-burning question: What is the state of the modern world? Today, it’s Gen Z who is under the collective microscope.  Known as screenagers, digital natives, and the TikTok generation, Gen Z was the first group to grow up in the midst of social media, and while their predecessors are likely to assume that Gen Z would be the first to jump on the AI craze, this isn't actually true. Gen Z is

As with anything new, we’ve unconsciously adopted a fear-based lens as we attempt to forecast how AI  will affect our future. The general consensus on this latest technological adaptation isn’t a surprise: Robots are stealing our jobs , the world is ending , and [insert foreign concept—in this case…] AI will be to blame. We’re actually not so wrong in our assessment: The world as we know it is ending…just like it was in 2012 . But once again, looking at the nature of natural

Writing about my dad still makes me feel weird and itchy—like it’s my first day after quitting a vice. I guess that means I continue to experience withdrawals from his lack of presence. However, time has taught me how to find hints of his life force in and around my own for brief moments of comfort. Thankfully, I can always find it in our words, which we put together to write 211 Blue: The Story of The Chameleon Cop , a recount of his young life as a cop-turned-robber.  I was

To everyone who attended my first book signing for 211 Blue: The Story of The Chameleon Cop , thank you for supporting me and showing me love. I'm incredibly grateful I was able to share the story of co-writing my late father's memoir with you. In fact, I was so touched by the experience, I decided to keep the door open a little bit longer for anyone who didn't get a chance to snag a signed copy in person. That's how this pre-order project was born: the deal was, you order a