Welcome to The gem
I’m g.m. and I believe the most profound insights often hide in plain sight —tucked between the lines of literature, embedded in philosophical texts, and scattered throughout the words we read but don’t always truly see.
What you’ll find here: Every piece I write begins with words that stopped me in my tracks. A quote from Plato that reframes how we think about storytelling. A passage from Atwood that unlocks mother-daughter dynamics. A line from an ancient Epicurean text that suddenly makes modern life make sense.
I don’t just collect quotes — I excavate them. Each newsletter digs into the context, unpacks the meaning, and explores why certain combinations of words have the power to shift our perspective entirely.
My approach:
Quote-first philosophy: Every exploration starts with the words that sparked the curiosity
Academic rigor, accessible language: University-level research presented in conversation, not lecture
Literary meets philosophical: Where stories and ideas intersect
Practical wisdom: Ancient insights for modern dilemmas
Background: MA in Literature and Philosophy • Certified caffeine-dependent researcher • Believer that the right quote at the right moment can change everything
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“The gem” could stand for all the hidden treasures waiting to be discovered in the texts we read—and the moments of clarity that come when we finally understand what the writer was really trying to tell us. But it is in fact my initials!
