Burhan Afridi
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Introvert who reads people like books. Psychology writer, competitive shooter, horse rider. I notice what others miss and write the truths they won't. Expect insights that make you uncomfortable but unstoppable.
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8 Photos From September 11th That You Have Never Seen
To Every Family Who Has Lost Someone: Your grief is real. Your love continues. Your person mattered. There are no words that can fill the empty space, but please know you're not alone in carrying it. Take all the time you need. Heal at your own pace.
By Burhan Afridi6 months ago in Humans
The Soulmate Algorithm
The Soulmate Algorithm A Suspense Story About Love, Destiny, and Digital Deception This story explores themes of modern dating, relationship psychology, and the intersection of technology and human connection, questioning whether the source of love matters as much as its existence.
By Burhan Afridi6 months ago in Fiction
How I Increased My Vocal.Media Earnings 2025 with Simple Tips
How I Increased My Vocal.Media Earnings 2025 with Simple Tips After spending a lot of time struggling to figure out how to earn money through writing, I finally found a breakthrough. I discovered that writing online can truly pay — but only if you stay consistent and active. At the beginning, especially if you have no idea about external links or affiliate marketing, you might think making money on Vocal.Media is just a dream. But let me assure you — once you gain the right knowledge and apply it well, you can start earning up to $1,000 per week. Yes, it's possible — and it can be you, as long as you're active, consistent, and smart about how you use Vocal.Media.
By Burhan Afridi6 months ago in Lifehack
Break Free from Your Digital Prison
Break Free from Your Digital Prison How to escape the attention vampires and reclaim your life I watched my friend Sarah stare at her phone for the entire duration of our lunch date. Not just glances – full, unwavering attention to a glowing rectangle while her food grew cold and I sat there feeling like a ghost.
By Burhan Afridi6 months ago in Lifehack
The Last One Waiting
Left Behind, Watching When the world moves forward and you're still standing on the platform I disappoint them. A shut mouth: what is the point? Trembling lips, and all morning I have disappeared like a turned down flower. I would like them to see the last of me, wherever this goes, however it ends, but I send them away quickly. And if they try coming back, I will send them away again. They do not belong here, nor I with them. Like the slow train cutting diagonal across the road. Where is it going? Into a field to disappear, where it will become grass, then hay. In the distance the cows are specks, and up close they are blobs, and all my figuring cannot stop life from being so. If I were good for them they would stay, and if I were meant for them, I would be capable.
By Burhan Afridi6 months ago in Psyche
The Politics of Ghosting
The Politics of Ghosting On care, dignity, and modern dating We can, for any number of reasons, feel justified in withholding care from others, choosing instead to prioritize only ourselves. For much of my life, I've leaned in the opposite direction — neglecting my own needs while centering the needs of others. In an effort to recalibrate, to land in that radical middle space, I've sometimes swung too far the other way, treating self-care as if it were in conflict with care for others. These days, I'm working to right-size care in my life — making space for both self-respect and mutual responsibility.
By Burhan Afridi6 months ago in Humans
