ERIKA MATIC

I just think about things and write them down

About Me

I’ve been “writing” since I was a kid–nothing groundbreaking, just a series of profound musings and deeply philosophical stories that absolutely no one asked for. Writing was my way of processing life’s ever-so-complex challenges, like deciding which cereal to eat or whether or not I should wear socks with sandals.

After abandoning the glamorous world of journalism (because who needs deadlines and actual reporting?), I ventured into the glittering utopia of digital marketing, where “creativity” is mostly about fitting a million keywords into a 200-character tweet. This blog, however, is my rebellious escape–a tiny sanctuary where I can pretend to write something meaningful without an algorithm breathing down my neck.

Here, I’ll share my musings on the universal struggles we all face: the daily existential crises, the confusing whirlpool of thoughts, and those delightful moments when you accidentally step on a Lego in the dark. It’s not art, it’s not profound–it’s just me being a human.

Glad you’re here–or at least mildly intrigued. Let’s see what happens. If you’re looking to publish something of mine for some inexplicable reason, you can reach me at erika.zimprich@gmail.com.

  • The Lessons of Spring

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    Spring is here,Everything is green.Days are long,Nights are warm.Life is waking up. Winter’s chill is long forgotten,Hope is blooming in the air.But is it that simple?Or must we learn to…

  • Why Parents Should Think Before They Speak

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    My parents often say things they don’t mean. They’ve always been like that. Their mouths are, in most cases, faster than their brains. But the problem is that they often…

  • We Are Women

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    It is still not over.It is still not enough.Women should be equal—but we are not.So don’t congratulate what you don’t mean. We are still scrutinised,still judged,still denied the rights we…

  • By Your Side

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    With you,There were no terrible twos,Only momentsOf hard realizations,Of laying foundations,As together, we built connections. Day by day, we learned to grow,Facing life’s waves but never the undertow.Because you know—This…

  • How to Stay Calm in Tough Conversations

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    It’s really hard to speak freely without upsetting everyone involved. These days, it seems like simply having an honest opinion isn’t enough. Conversations can quickly become heated, especially when someone…

  • The Weight of Yesterday

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    It’s ok to make a mistake.We humans do it all the time—From bad judgmentTo big life decisions,A moment’s impulse,Echoes for a lifetime. What do we do when there’s no turning…