Bad habits
Struck back to reality
I lived in Athens, a modern-day tale unfolded, one that emphasized the weight of responsibility and the consequences of impulsive choices. I was a college student named Kostas, the older sibling in my family, and we were going through turbulent times following my father's recent job loss. The heavy burden of supporting my loved ones pressed me to explore uncharted waters in search of a way to provide for them.
By Κωνσταντινος2 years ago in Confessions
I Miss Being Bored
When I was 10 years old, one random Saturday I wrote on my calendar 'the most boring day of my life' and circled it three times. I walked around aimlessly, I bounced a ball at the living wall and just whinged to my parents that I was bored. All my friends were busy. It was probably bad weather so I couldn't play outside and I generally felt very down in the dumps and unmotivated. I couldn't wait to get back to school on Monday.
By AV2 years ago in Confessions
The Imperfect Reality Behind the Picture-Perfect Facade - Part 2
Introduction Scrolling through our social media feeds, we're bombarded with images of smiling couples on date nights, adorable children in matching outfits, and beautifully presented homemade dinners. It's as if the entire world has effortlessly mastered the art of flawless relationships, marriage, and parenting. But the truth is far from it – beneath those carefully crafted posts lies the messy, challenging, and beautiful reality of life's most demanding roles.
By Kay Johnson-Clennon2 years ago in Confessions
A Web of Deceit
Once upon a time in a quaint little town, there existed a group of friends who had known each other since childhood. Their bond was unbreakable, and they shared every secret, dream, and hardship. Among them was Ami, the seemingly innocent and gentle soul who harbored a dark secret. She had been deceiving her friends for years.
By LOLLAR2 years ago in Confessions
The Echoes of Solitude: Tales of Loneliness Across Canada. Content Warning.
In a small coastal town in Newfoundland, Emily, a senior widow, sits by the rocky shores, gazing at the vast Atlantic. Her husband, her lifelong companion, passed away a year ago. She finds herself enveloped by a silence that weighs heavy on her heart. Her days revolve around memories, and the only conversations she has are with the seagulls swooping down to claim their share of her daily bread. The town, once a bustling hub of community gatherings, seems desolate, leaving Emily to navigate the tides of her solitude.
By OLAMIE USMAN2 years ago in Confessions
Parents Unmasked
Introduction: The Hidden Struggles of Parenthood Parenthood, often described as the most rewarding job in the world, can also be one of the most mentally and emotionally demanding roles. Behind the façade of nurturing, loving, and guiding their children, parents may grapple with a myriad of mental health challenges, leading to exhaustion and overwhelm. In this article, we're going to unveil the hidden struggles of parenthood, offering a friendly, light-hearted, and engaging perspective on the reasons parents are mentally exhausted and overwhelmed.
By Kay Johnson-Clennon2 years ago in Confessions
The Books on a Shelf
My parents were not into home decorating. One time they went out to buy a piece of art to cover a bare bit of wall over a sofa. They went to the store and fought in front of the framed pictures for three hours. They came home with a water lily painting by Monet because that was the only thing they could agree on. This story kills me because I can't think of anything less style-neutral than a water lily painting by Monet. In any case, we owned four humongous bookcases which covered most of the rest of the available wall space.
By Stephanie Van Orman2 years ago in Confessions
Technology Made Us All Neoliberalism’s Slaves
The other day I was reading about a guy from Berlin who has been living in a van for more than a year while working as a developer. It first seemed like a dream come true: being able to constantly travel, having endless experiences, the incomparable feeling of freedom. This isn’t the only case: most of my Instagram feed is full of ads about “nomad working” lifestyles, recruiters on LinkedIn send remote job offers who state that you can work from anywhere in the world (with an internet connection).
By Barouma2 years ago in Confessions
Confessions of a Troubled Affair
In the heart of the bustling city, where neon lights cast ethereal glows on rain-slicked streets, I met a stranger who would forever alter the course of my life. It was a night that held the promise of secrets waiting to be revealed, mysteries begging to be unraveled. As I stood in the dimly lit alley, my breath visible in the chilly air, I felt an inexplicable longing—a craving to understand the enigmatic figure who had entered my world.
By Design Factor2 years ago in Confessions
Confessions of a Troubled Affair
It was a night like no other, a night when secrets whispered through the breeze and stars danced with knowing twinkle. The city lay beneath a velvet cloak of darkness, streets lined with secrets and shadows. A solitary streetlamp cast eerie, elongated shadows that wove tales of longing and intrigue. And in the midst of this enigmatic night, the rollercoaster of my emotions began.
By Design Factor2 years ago in Confessions
The Radiance Within: A Tale of Love, Life, and Purpose" . Content Warning.
n a quaint little town nestled between rolling hills and a serene river, there lived a man named Samuel who was known far and wide for his insatiable curiosity about life. Samuel had always been the kind of person who sought meaning in every facet of existence, but despite his relentless quest, he often found himself pondering the same age-old question: "What is the true meaning of life?"
By Alexander jackson2 years ago in Confessions
