Why I Launched Monte Cristo Studio

Spoiler: It was time to make a change for my content development.

I won a trip to a yoga center many years ago. The email went to spam but since I read my spam, I didn’t miss out.

It was said to be an old monastery and had sparsely furnished, small rooms. I had done yoga for many years but never spent the night in a place like this. The experience opened up a new way of thinking for me. I went back a few more times and also explored other communities.

From planting lemongrass to cutting broccoli, I was working in exchange for food and accomodations. I felt motivated by working hard and the opportunity to be of value. I feel grateful I was welcomed and appreciative of the kindness showed to me.

I carry these memories of how life is a buffet of experiences. About how unique each experience and person is. And, the importance of being true to yourself.

After self-publishing four books from 2016–2021, and getting laid off a few times during this span of time, I’ve continued to build my creative reserves.

I chose to study improv and comedy more during the pandemic. I also chose to get more serious about my wriitng. How this all came together was I experimented and published a comedic memoir, SMALL TALK WITH MYSELF. It…