Optional Optimism

About the Substack

A writing space with Jacki Carr sharing stories, haiku and journal prompts that make you feel then think.

Free Subscription Benefits

  • Once a month public posts, Journal Prompts and access to Dear Jacki column (until May 1)

Paid Subcription Benefits

  • Weekly Subscriber-only posts and full archive
  • Post comments, Friday chat threads and Dear Jacki column
  • Monthly Audit & Ask ZOOM Community Calls (first week of each month)

Paid Subscription Plans

  • $50 a year
  • $5 a month

About Jacki Carr

Jacki Carr writes stories that connect dots and reflect us back to one another so that we remember we are not perfect and that's the most relatable thing about us. She speaks on stages, writes haikus and also loves dark chocolate and vulnerability.

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