Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Confessions.
The Civilians Who Wouldn’t Leave
A Human Story in the Middle of War The world had changed in a single night. What was once a quiet border village—full of wheat fields, tea stalls, evening laughter, and the rhythm of normal life—was now trapped between two armies exchanging fire. The war had arrived without permission, and the first sound that greeted the sunrise was not the azaan, but a distant boom that shook the earth beneath their feet.
By Wings of Time 2 months ago in Confessions
My Mirror Spoke!
I didn’t realise how lost I was until the day my own reflection stopped recognising me. It didn’t judge me, it didn’t comfort me—it just stared back with a quiet disappointment that felt like a truth I could no longer outrun. That was the moment I knew: the person I had been pretending to be was finally collapsing under the weight of who I really was.
By Lori A. A.2 months ago in Confessions
Reflections
I used to write fanfiction like my life depended on it. It was my catharsis. It was how I helped my sorrow of a movie, book or show ending and creating an extended scene, a larger world, deeper relationships and more of something I loved. I have always loved telling my own stories too, but when I was a kid they were told to others by me just saying it. By telling a teacher a story of one beautiful afternoon of kite flying, romanticized fields and a magical sort of adventure, it was more of how she reacted to it—-which was retelling it to my parents and they were astounded over the detail and descriptions of something that never happened.
By Melissa Ingoldsby2 months ago in Confessions
Why I Text "Smile" Instead of "LOL"
In social contexts, smiling and laughter have different functions. Let's examine what those functions are. Among humans, a smile expresses delight, sociability, happiness, joy, or amusement. Smiling is a form of communication worldwide.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Confessions
11:11 Make a Wish. Top Story - November 2025.
I am a huge believer in angel numbers, signs from the universe etc. About three years ago I really started paying more attention to them, and the signs they were trying to give me. Whenever I would see 11:11 even growing I always made a wish. Over the years I've had many wishes from finding love, to being a model, well know writer the list goes on. These last few months though my greatest wish is to love myself, and become a better version of myself everyday. It's not easy, somedays it feels easier to just fall back into the old me where I am comfortable. Even though I know that version of me no longer suits my life. It almost feels like breaking up with someone you've been in a relationship long term. That version of me is someone I've carried with me for at least 2 decades at this point, and I find it hard to just let her go sometimes.
By Kimmiekins42 months ago in Confessions
The Day Karura Forest Revealed My Secret
I thought I had buried it deep enough... Under the thick red soil of Karura Forest, where cyclists speed past in bright helmets and the wind seems to carry whispers, I told myself that no one would ever find it. Secrets should stay hidden there.
By Lori A. A.2 months ago in Confessions
How Can You Build Trust and Respect With Your Partner?
Without trust and respect a strong relationship is impossible. These two traits are the basis of emotional safety, positive communication and commitment in the long run. Spouses feel safe enough to be vulnerable and open when they have trusted each other. Respect will make sure that the two individuals are heard and feel respected. Trust and respect build a relationship under which love may develop in a natural and sustainable way.
By Steve Waugh2 months ago in Confessions
