Katie Doll

Senior SEO Writer

Somehow, Katie was able to pull off her childhood dream of creating a career around books after graduating with a degree in English and a concentration in Creative Writing. Her preferred genre of books has changed drastically over the years, from fantasy/dystopian young-adult to moving novels and non-fiction books on the human experience. Katie especially enjoys reading and writing about all things television, good and bad.

Expertise

Bachelor of Arts in English With a Concentration in Creative Writing

Alexander Hamilton: Early Life and Success as a Writer

What was Alexander Hamilton’s early life like? How did Hamilton go from an underprivileged boy in the Caribbean to a successful writer? Hamilton’s childhood is described in Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow as a rags-to-riches story. While some details about Hamilton’s parentage and upbringing are still unknown, there’s no denying that he had an extraordinary transformation. Keep reading to learn more about the early life of one of the most influential political figures in America.

False Scientific Theories: Were Darwin and Lamarck Wrong?

Were Darwin and Lamarck wrong about evolution? How will epigenetics make you think differently about certain scientific paradigms? For much of his career, Bruce Lipton says he’s found himself at odds with the scientific community because his ideas have challenged prevailing scientific paradigms. In particular, he proposed the principles of epigenetics long before it was an established field of study. Let’s look at what Lipton considers false scientific theories, as stated in his book The Biology of Belief.

Jill Bolte Taylor: The 4 Characters in Your Brain That Run Your Life

What are Jill Bolte Taylor’s 4 characters of the brain? How do these characters work together to keep the brain active and working? In her book Whole Brain Living, Jill Bolte Taylor cites four “characters” of the brain that have their own way of perceiving and navigating the world. She also introduces where each character resides and what they’re like. Continue reading to learn more about these four characters and their roles in the brain.

Learning by Listening: Why Language Is Crucial in Child Education

How do children learn by listening? What are the benefits of reading to your child? Talking and reading to your child are proven methods for improving their skillsets in their developmental stages. Humans learn best through language, so it’s understandable that children’s development depends on oral teaching. Find out how talking, listening, and reading are beneficial for your child, according to The Gardener and the Carpenter by Alison Gopnik.

Hitting Bad Shots in Golf? Here’s How to Recover Like a Pro

Why are you hitting bad shots in golf? What are the benefits of responding positively to your losses? Sore losers never get far on the course. When you hit a few weak shots during a round of golf, you need to brush it off and move on to the next round. Otherwise, the rest of your game could be ruined. Continue reading to learn how to pick yourself up after a bad game, using advice from Golf Is Not a Game of Perfect by Bob Rotella.

Alexander Hamilton on Slavery: Did He Own Slaves?

Was Alexander Hamilton against or for slavery? Why is his work as an abolitionist complicated? Ron Chernow’s biography Alexander Hamilton does point out that Hamilton advocated for slaves’ rights, but he wasn’t exactly innocent in the matter. Many reports claim that Hamilton bought and owned slaves. Continue reading to learn more about Alexander Hamilton on slavery.

Dr. Bruce Lipton: What Epigenetics Reveals About Cells

What are Dr. Bruce Lipton’s views on epigenetics? What has his research found about the behavior of cells? According to The Biology of Belief by Dr. Bruce Lipton, epigenetics can show us how our environment and thoughts influence our cells. He further claims that cell behavior is a mirror to human behavior. Keep reading to learn more about Lipton’s research on epigenetics.

What Does the Cerebral Cortex Do? Function and Structure

What does the cerebral cortex do? What’s the difference between the cerebral cortex’s functions on the left side and the right side of the brain? Jill Bolte Taylor’s book Whole Brain Living describes four characters that help the brain function. Two of these characters (Characters 1 and 4) make up the cerebral cortex. Discover more about the functions of the cerebral cortex and how it forms your thought processes.

Observational Learning Theory: What It Means for Kids & Parents

What is the observational learning theory? How do children learn from imitating others? The observational learning theory proposes that children (and even adults) can acquire new knowledge simply by watching other people. In The Gardener and the Carpenter, Alison Gopnik explains how you as a parent can adjust your teaching patterns to support this type of learning in your children. Learn more about how children pick things up by observing you, other children, and other adults.

How to Overcome Fear in Sports (Golf Is Not a Game of Perfect)

Is your fear controlling you while you golf? How is your fear messing up your game? Many golfers have a fear of failing, which puts them in a bad mental state out on the green. But a part of building confidence as a golfer is learning how to overcome fear. Below we’ll discuss how to overcome common fears in sports, according to Golf Is Not a Game of Perfect by Bob Rotella.