Self-help

Chapter 33: Maybe Tomorrow
Today is the last day I’ll ever see you. I never thought I’d say that. You were supposed to be my forever. My person. But now, I think of forever and it makes me want to curl up and hide.
By Chelsea Adler3 years ago in Chapters
The Healing Note: Echoes of Hope
The Healing Note: Echoes of Hope Amid the pages of life's turmoil, where clouds of despair cast shadows over even the brightest moments, there existed a beacon of solace—an old journal that held the power to mend shattered spirits and rekindle flickering flames of hope.
By Grace3 years ago in Chapters
An Event Changed Me to Work for Myself: Attending One Former Colleague's Funeral
I developed several highly acclaimed software and apps, solo and in my spare time: TestWise, next-gen functional testing IDE (2006 - now, former name: iTest2). Demonstrated at Agile 2009 workshop, 2010 Ruby Award Finalist, .., more recognitions here. ClinicWise, a practice management software (dev: 2013–2022). A system I originally developed for my brother's dental clinic, later used by other businesses. (still running) SiteWise CMS , Content Management System (2012 - present). All AgileWay products' sites are hosted on SiteWise. Ceased services for external businesses. BuildWise, Continuous Testing Server (2014 - present). Received the runner-up prize of the 2018 Ruby Award in Japan. WhenWise (2018 - present), an online service booking app. And several others, including SupportWise (internal use), LoadWise (deprecated in 2013), and TestWisely (a new PAAS).
By Zhimin Zhan3 years ago in Chapters
Vocabulary
In February 2023 the sci-fi/fantasy literary magazine Clarkesworld stopped accepting manuscripts. It's the first time within the 17-year run of the magazine that this happened. And the reason? AI-generated content was flooding in and overwhelming the editing staff.
By Judey Kalchik 3 years ago in Chapters
Mirror, Mirror, On The Wall
I love you. I love you for who you are when we're alone together. The way your eyes squint and twinkle when you're smiling. I see the wrinkles that form around the corner of your eyes when you laugh, a sign of your gaining wisdom as you age. I notice how you're conscious about the excessive acne on your face, yet I realise the confidence you possess to carry them around without seeing the slightest need to cover them up with make-up. I don't know many who would flaunt flaws out that well.
By Manisha Dhalani3 years ago in Chapters
Story Arcs
Creative writing teachers will explain that good writing is a craft that can learned, and that compelling writing has certain plot points in common. Often these are described as these five main points:
By Judey Kalchik 3 years ago in Chapters
Gentle Stories of Discovery:
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Asked just about every adult who first met me as a child. Depending on the day, my age, or which way the wind was blowing, my answers were consistent only in their resolution and finality.
By Teresa Renton3 years ago in Chapters
Health Sabbatical (Hiatus)
I did not want my bad health to define me . There is a saying, “ Your health is your wealth.” I was never absent at work unless my body completely breakdown. I was not absent until something terrible happen to my body in 1999, right before spring.
By Mariann Carroll3 years ago in Chapters
Driven
So, I didn’t think I would write anything for this challenge, because the premise feels weird to me. When is the middle of my life. Has it passed? I hope it’s in the future. But here is an anecdote from a comment I left on Leslie Writes’s story, "Who Taught You How to Drive?”, about how I learned to drive.
By Atomic Historian3 years ago in Chapters
Echoes of Equality
In the heart of a bustling city, where skyscrapers soared toward the heavens and neon lights painted the night sky, lived Maya, a young woman with an indomitable spirit. Maya's days were spent working in a crowded office, but her evenings were dedicated to a cause that stirred her soul: advocating for the rights of street vendors.
By kingsly3 years ago in Chapters
What is House?
A house is far more than just bricks and mortar; it's a fundamental aspect of human civilization, culture, and personal identity. Throughout history, houses have evolved from basic shelters to complex, multifaceted structures that reflect the values, needs, and aspirations of their inhabitants. In this essay, we will delve into the multifaceted nature of houses, exploring their historical development, cultural significance, and the diverse roles they play in people's lives.
By Diwas Aryal3 years ago in Chapters
Character Names
Type 'common character names in AI fiction' into a search bar and you get a LOT of results. Here are two, which explain exactly what this chapter is NOT about:
By Judey Kalchik 3 years ago in Chapters