Kristen Orkoshneli
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"Muhibbi’s Poem to Hürrem Sultan's " (Suleiman the Magnificent)
From one of Suleyman’s letters to Roxolana Muhibbi" was the pen name used by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent for his poetry. He was a renowned Ottoman ruler and poet, and "Muhibbi" translates to "lover" or "friend". Under his pen name, Muhibbi, he composed this poem for Roxolana:
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Poets
Murder, Marriage, and the Throne: Hürrem Sultan’s Ruthless Ascent
She arrived in chains—nameless, powerless, just another terrified girl ripped from her homeland and thrust into the opulent prison of the Ottoman harem. But behind her wide eyes and fiery red hair burned something no chains could hold: ambition.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in History
Inside the CIA’s Bizarre Secrets
Beneath the surface of global politics, in sealed vaults and redacted files, lie the shadows of the CIA’s strangest operations. These aren’t the sleek espionage tales of James Bond. No, these are stories so outlandish, so surreal, they read more like pulp fiction—except they’re terrifyingly real.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in FYI
How I Lost Weight with 10,000 Steps a Day
You’ve probably heard the magic number thrown around before: 10,000 steps a day. It’s become the gold standard for fitness goals, promising better health, increased energy, and even weight loss. But is that number actually backed by science—or is it just a catchy target?
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Longevity
It's late. You're hungry. 9 midnight snacks you can eat without sabotaging your sleep.
Late-night snacking has a bad reputation — and for good reason, to be honest. It can mess with your sleep and your digestion (triggering acid reflux, in particular). And rather than reaching for celery sticks and carrots, people tend to gravitate toward less-than-healthy choices — namely, foods high in fat, salt and sugar like chips, crackers and cookies — when snacking after dark.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Longevity
How to Make $300/Day with AI
The AI gold rush is here, and it’s creating new millionaires every single day. As we speak, entire industries are collapsing, jobs are being replaced, and the economy is shifting in real time. But if you’re like 99% of people, it’s very likely that you’re still sleeping on this generational opportunity.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in 01
Duality and self-discovery in toxic patterns and love life
Human relationships often function as catalysts for self-awareness. Some connections offer stability, while others test the boundaries of emotional resilience and personal identity. My relationship with G belongs firmly in the latter category. It has not been linear, nor conventionally “healthy,” but it has been profoundly revealing — not only of him, but of myself.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Confessions
Your product is not your business
Let’s get something straight: having a good product is not the same as having a successful business. That might sting a little. Especially if you’ve poured your energy, your weekends, and your savings into developing something great. Maybe it’s a killer app, a beautifully crafted piece of clothing, or a handmade skincare line that’s better than anything in Sephora.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Confessions
Artificial Intelligence :The Mirror Humanity Wasn’t Ready For
We used to ask whether machines could think. Now, the real question is whether humans still do. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept confined to sci-fi films. It’s here, it’s everywhere, and it’s evolving faster than our laws, ethics, or even basic understanding can keep up with. From personalized news feeds and AI-generated art to autonomous warfare and synthetic relationships, AI is shaping the very foundation of human life—and, more importantly, it’s forcing us to ask hard questions about who we are and where we’re going.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Journal
