REASONS FOR LIVING with Esmé Weijun Wang is an inspiring newsletter containing guest essays, art, poetry, and journal prompts about reasons to be alive. Paid subscribers receive two paywalled personal essays per month.
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“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. ”
“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.”
“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)”