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Matthew Maniaci

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Twenty-Five Years of Pain and Anguish

An incomplete history of my personal trauma.

Jan 9

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Jan 9

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My Privilege Affects Everything I Write

I can sympathize and empathize, but I might never understand.

Jul 26, 2023

A sign taped to a wall that reads “Recognize your own white privilege. Have the uncomfortable talk with family/friends. Make change!”

Jul 26, 2023

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About Me — Matthew Maniaci

Ten pounds of weird in a five-pound bag.

Dec 8, 2020

About Me — Matthew Maniaci

Dec 8, 2020

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One Final Thing

At least for now.

6d ago

Dozens of exploding fireworks in a black sky.

6d ago

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The Origin of My Closing Phrase

Be well out there.

Oct 30

The Origin of My Closing Phrase

Oct 30

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I’d Like Life to Stop Kicking Me in the Dick, Please

Just, one month without a crisis of some kind, I’m begging you.

Oct 29

A person kicking at the viewer, their sneaker treads approaching at speed.

Oct 29

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Crushing Numbness and the Need to Feel Something, Anything

Or: That feeling when you need a meme to experience one (1) feel.

Oct 28

A reflection of a woman in a window. She looks forlorn. The window faces a drab brick wall.

Oct 28

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I am So Tired of Being Resilient

Always strong, never soft.

Oct 27

A young woman with a stern expression and several bruises and cuts on her face.

Oct 27

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The Biggest Obstacle to Creativity: Procrastination

So, how’s the book coming along?

Oct 26

A to-do list with only one entry that reads “mainly procrastinate.”

Oct 26

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The Shirley Conundrum: Why Decent People Support Horrible Laws

Or: I didn’t think the leopards would eat my face!

Oct 25

A young woman with a concerned expression.

Oct 25

Matthew Maniaci

Matthew Maniaci

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I write about everything from my experience with mental illness to politics to philosophy. Much of my so-called "wisdom" is from Tumblr dot com. He/him/his.

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