James Quigley

James Quigley

James Quigley is a writer, editor, and educator whose work has received Pushcart Prize and Best New Poets nominations. James was born and raised in New York, where he lives and works as a freelance writer. See more of his writing here.

Happiness in Five Steps: How to Change Your State of Mind

For the International Day of Happiness, learn how to spend your free time in the most uplifting and smile-inducing way possible.

Six Leadership Books That Belong on Your Shelf

Painters study Picasso. Filmmakers watch Hitchcock. If you want to be a leader, these are six influential models you should learn from.

Tips for Making Friends as an Adult during Lonely Times

The global pandemic ushered in an epidemic of loneliness. Here are some simple, straightforward ways to overcome it by sparking new friendships.

Go with the Flow: How to Find Your “Flow State” More Often

Flow makes time stand still, helps you produce meaningful work, and genuinely satisfies. Here’s what you can do to flow more frequently.

8 Tips for Making the Most of Your Meetup Experience

A member’s guide for creating a Meetup account, joining new groups, and attending events.

How to Achieve a More Meaningful Year in 2022

Your sense of purpose may be unique, but the steps it takes to obtain more meaning in life are similar for everybody.

These Are the Biggest Trends on Meetup Right Now

Being reactive to current trends helps you be proactive with your free time. Find out what topics are most popular on Meetup in 2022.

Meetup Support Groups Are Here to Help

Support groups combat the sense of isolation that accompanies life’s biggest challenges. Togetherness is what Meetup stands for.