REASONS FOR LIVING with Esmé Weijun Wang
Step into a sanctuary of words and art curated by Esmé, featuring guest contributors like R.F. Kuang and Jenny Odell. Each edition presents essays and journal prompts exploring the beauty and complexity of being alive, inviting deeper reflection.
“Esmé writes about her life, the art of craft and her disabilities with poetic candor and honesty. I've been a fan of her writing for a long time, and 'The Unexpected Shape' acts as an informal education and mentorship for emerging disabled writers like myself. She also creates bird portraits that help break up my Substack feed in a whimsical and welcomed manner. ”
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“Esmé's newsletter is like a safe space full of grace and gentleness. She focuses on supporting those living with limitations and chronic conditions, which can easily become discouraging and overwhelming in a fast-paced world.”
Tiffany Chu, Notes from the Town Hermit
“Esmé shares about creativity, disability, trauma, life, and more. Sound familiar? If you like what I'm doing, you'll enjoy her work too. (And vice versa)”
Elizabeth Mitchell, Little Darkness
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