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A collection of essays, musings,
and observations.
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"FIRE AND ICE"
I’m wrapping up my "Greek Mythology Era" with the story of Prometheus. If Medusa was about narrative injustice, and Arachne was about the comparison trap, Prometheus is about the courage it takes to do the right thing.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing the "liver-eating" daily grind for a cause you believe in, this one is for you.
katharinetonti
Feb 64 min read


"PRETTY WOMAN"
We’ve been calling Medusa a monster for centuries, but have we ever stopped to ask who actually committed the crime? It’s time to stop treating "the hero’s journey" as an excuse to turn women into footnotes.
My new essay on Medusa, Poseidon, and the "divine" injustice of Mount Olympus is live. 🏛️⚡️
#JusticeForMedusa #MythologyLover #AncientGreece #NarrativeShift
katharinetonti
Feb 25 min read
WE ARE FAMILY...(SORT OF...)
Some families pass down recipes. Others pass down drama. This essay is for everyone who’s ever survived the holidays by smiling through gritted teeth and counting the hours until they can take home some leftovers. 🍗
#humorwriting #holidayfamilydynamics #writingcommunity #blogessay
katharinetonti
Nov 5, 20253 min read
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