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Natasha Artwell

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Follow Natasha on Instagram and Twitter: @NatashaArtwell. Based in the UK, Natasha graduated with a degree in Publishing, Journalism and Media, studied Music Journalism in New York and Fashion & Beauty Journalism in London.

My Dad Invited Me For Dinner To Ask If I’m A Lesbian

By Natasha Artwell
He stood up from the table, ready to give me his acceptance speech and pack his suitcase to leave for his vacation to sunny Egypt. ‘‘But, Dad, I’m not a lesbian’’ I explained, making sure I pronounced every letter clearly for clarity and…

3 Reasons Why It's Okay That You're Vulnerable When It Comes To Love

By Natasha Artwell
Many of the greatest things that happen to us in life are just on the other side of fear. Risk taking, in the most positive sense, can bring us new beginnings, great adventures and provide memories that will last us a few lifetimes over. Actively…

4 Reasons You Should Start Your New Year’s Resolutions Now

By Natasha Artwell
The New Year is a glorious time when we have the chance to reflect on the past 12 months and look forward to the endless possibilities and potential in the next 12. We strive for greatness with an unprecedented outlook on the mystery of the unknown…

How Online Identities Have Altered Our In-Person Perception Of Ourselves

By Natasha Artwell
Our online selves can be created and perfectly crafted exactly how we want them to be seen. We choose our profile pictures; we write our bios. We choose which content to upload and when to upload it. We choose which filter to use, and we can decide…

4 Things I Learned In The 4 Years I've Been Single

By Natasha Artwell
It is human instinct to love and to want to be loved. A long time ago, I fell in love for the first time in my life; it was incredible. It was euphoric. I felt safe, content and I was in a world of my own where no one and no single thing even…

Trusting In The Universe: Why I Don’t Believe In Coincidences

By Natasha Artwell
Do you ever wonder, what if? I have a friend with whom I traveled at the beginning of the year. When she was younger, she spent a few summers working in Ibiza where she inevitably met a lot of people, some with whom she got close. Others were just…

In Defense Of The Free-Spirited: How The Way Of Life Is Both A Blessing And A Curse

By Natasha Artwell
Fly. Spread your wings. Explore the highest heights. Say yes more often than you say no. Live fearlessly and indulge every single opportunity that comes your way. Don’t be afraid to dream big and conquer all of your quests, regardless of what…

In A Generation Living Behind The Screen, Mental Connection Does Still Exist

By Natasha Artwell
It’s human nature to love, to want somebody to love and to want that somebody to love you back. However, the beauty of that actually happening, in its purest form, can occasionally be a tricky ordeal. Maybe the feelings are not reciprocated or the…

Why It's Up To You To Take Full Control When Opportunity Comes Knocking

By Natasha Artwell
‘‘It’s not fair. I am so unlucky. Things like that never happen to me.’’ We have all heard of them — they usually come covered in a blanket of shame and doubt, followed closely by a shadow of negativity. They are more commonly known as…

How A Series Of Missed Connections Made My Love Story Perfect Even If It's Over

By Natasha Artwell
As I sit here staring at the blank page in front of me, I find myself trying to figure out the best way to capture, digest and present the emotions, ups and downs and tales of, "My Love Story." So I will start where most stories do: the…