Welcome to the Writing Hub of Brent M. Jones,
“Here you’ll find essays, poetry, and reflections that explore how life’s unexpected events shape who we become — stories and insights for anyone navigating change, purpose, and connection.”
Brent M. Jones
Writing about self-awareness, reinvention, and the human side of change.
I’m a writer and thinker exploring self-awareness, reinvention, and the power of human connection. Drawing on my background in global consulting and career development, I share ideas that help readers find meaning in small moments and communicate with authenticity.
Through my books, essays, and quiet reflections, I invite you to pause and consider not just how you live—but why. My writing focuses on the human side of change, the choices that shape us, and the personal stories that keep us grounded in an ever-shifting world.
✨ Ideas and Posts That Resonated
📌 Most Visited: "People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime" — Poem by Anonymous. This poem continues to receive the most visits on the site and often resonates with readers navigating change.
🔍 Featured Reflections & Articles
Creativity is often labeled a "soft skill," but in truth, it's much more than that. When approached intentionally, creativity becomes a teachable, measurable ability. Techniques such as brainstorming, mind mapping, and lateral thinking are cognitive strategies that can be learned and practiced to solve problems in new and meaningful ways.
This skill isn’t limited to the arts—it can transform both your personal and professional life. Thinking creatively empowers you to generate innovative ideas, solve problems more effectively, and even enhance cognitive function. Like any muscle, the brain's creative capacity grows stronger with use. Consistent practice helps strengthen the neural pathways linked to original thinking and insight.
🔹 “What Our Brains Are Really Doing in Stillness”
We live in a culture that measures value by the activities we engage in. If we’re not moving, typing, scrolling, or ticking boxes, we assume we’re falling behind. But the truth is, stillness isn’t wasted time — it’s one of the most essential things we can give our minds.
When you stop doing and allow yourself a moment of quiet, your brain doesn’t shut down. In fact, something remarkable happens. It switches gears.
🔹 Gratitude is more than just a feeling — it's a mindset that can transform how we experience each day. When we shift our focus toward what we appreciate, even in small ways, we unlock energy, clarity, and a deeper connection to the world around us. This reflection explores how choosing gratitude leads to real and lasting inspiration.
🔹 How Open-Mindedness Sparks Daily Creativity? New ideas aren’t accidents — they’re the result of staying open, curious, and ready to be inspired every day.
Where do new ideas come from? Sometimes we find them intentionally through research or exploration. Other times, they seem to appear out of nowhere.
📬 What Matters Newsletter — Now on Substack
Reflections on reinvention, connection, and the moments that shape us.
I’ve launched a Substack newsletter called What Matters—a space where I share short essays, poetry, quotes, and reflections on identity, reinvention, human connection, and presence.
Whether you're a longtime reader or just discovering my work, Substack offers a quieter, more direct way to stay connected. New posts land directly in your inbox—free to read, subscribe, and share.
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“What does it mean to say you are “writing in the moment”? At its simplest, it means capturing life as it unfolds—observing what’s happening around you and setting it down while the details are still fresh, like slowing a camera to catch every movement. Writing in the moment is immediate and alive, grounded in the “here and now.”
But it’s also about choice. Out of everything happening, what details do you notice? Which ones do you leave out? Some events stand out so sharply you can almost breathe them in. Those chosen details shape the way the moment is remembered.
