This document discusses blogging and writing memoir. It includes several quotes from Anne Lamott about writing from a place of insight and caring about truth in order to decrease feelings of isolation in readers. Lamott also discusses how writing can deepen our sense of life and restore our sense of buoyancy. The document notes that memoir represents one person's truth and may smooth over sharp edges, discussing honesty in memoir versus absolute truth. It concludes by discussing the relationship between bloggers and readers, and how bloggers must share truth even when facing criticism from readers.

1. Merciless Beauty & The Critical Beast

4. Blogging vs. Other Writing Forms

14. The delicate dance between blogger and reader is one full of joy, resonance, and often love. Be brave. Use the critics, instead of letting them silence you.