Humanity
Don’t Be Afraid of Being Lonely
In today's fast-paced, hyper-connected world, loneliness can seem like a terrifying prospect. The constant hum of social media, instant messaging, and digital interactions has created a culture that equates being alone with isolation or failure. But loneliness, when understood and embraced, can be a valuable tool for personal growth, creativity, and emotional resilience. Instead of fearing it, we can learn to embrace moments of solitude as opportunities for self-discovery and deeper connection with ourselves.
By Alex Williamsabout a year ago in Confessions
Why I Love Conversation
Introduction Yesterday I spent about six hours on trains and had forgotten my Kindle so couldn't play Backgammon, or read one of the hundreds of books on there (though I could have read them on my phone, but I find reading books on a phone a bit of a bind after a few pages) so I had a lot of time to think about the various forms of one-to-one communications we have and how some are more appropriate than others depending on the circumstances.
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred about a year ago in Confessions
It’s been awhile.
It’s been awhile since you’ve haunted my dreams and took over my mind. I think the medication is working on over time. It’s making me tired and I can barely get out of bed. I guess it’s better than getting lost inside my head.
By Cerina Galvanabout a year ago in Confessions
What I do to be without doubts
Everybody at some point in time has experienced doubts, whether it is about what they have to do or simply how things are going to turn out. It's quite a natural feeling we all get except that it can be destructive in certain scenarios. Having doubts, especially for an extended period, or even in the wrong context, could lead to catastrophic consequences. It might lead you to make the wrong decision, make a mistake, or even just be confused and lose your balance. Doubts are a little like fear, they give us a good measure of what to do and what not to do at the end of the day but we have to be careful not to dwell in them for too long, or else we might crash.
By real Jemaabout a year ago in Confessions
Kendallisms
It’s another week of teaching, and I am stuck in front of my laptop trying to avoid marking anything. It is Saturday night, and I still think that I am taking a chance by avoiding all the grading I have ahead of me. But some things cannot wait. I am dealing with the stress of the college and the request that I add more to a schedule that simply cannot take it. My mind needs to clear itself of a lot of detritus and this is the best way I can think of, besides the guitar and the promise to learn how to draw. All that can wait. This has to come out.
By Kendall Defoe about a year ago in Confessions
Secrets. Content Warning.
Have you ever looked back and thought about lies you told and secrets you kept in the past, and wondered why you told them or kept them – especially the ones that should have never been kept? She did. Everyday. Out of all of her past secrets and lies, there is one time in her life that stands out above the rest. One period where all she kept were secrets, and all she spoke were lies.
By Luna Verityabout a year ago in Confessions
Ten Valuable Life Lessons Who Lead To A Balanced and Successful Life:
1. Embrace Failure as a Learning Opportunity Failure is not a dead end; it's a stepping stone. One of the most valuable lessons you can learn is that mistakes and setbacks are integral parts of growth. Failure teaches resilience, patience, and problem-solving skills. When you fail, you learn more about what doesn’t work, which helps you refine your approach for future success. Many of the most successful people—whether entrepreneurs, artists, or innovators—often attribute their greatest achievements to lessons learned from their failures. The key is to see failure as feedback, not defeat.
By Alex Williamsabout a year ago in Confessions
Modern Wardrobe Staples for Fashion-Forward Living
Fashion is continuously evolving, however contemporary cloth cabinet staples provide a strong foundation for fashion. As we step into 2024, the fashion enterprise is marked by a blend of conventional factors and current twists. In this manual, we’ll discover the present day industry strategies, economic statistics, and upcoming developments that shape the critical wardrobe pieces for a fashion-ahead lifestyle. From the resurgence of timeless fundamentals to revolutionary materials, we’ll cowl how those staples can raise your style sport at the same time as preserving you on trend.
By Steve Currenabout a year ago in Confessions
Betrayal's Betrayal
I started in denial, bypassed anger, bargaining, and depression, and went straight to acceptance, like a pilot smooth-sailing to point B. Or a robot incapable of processing emotions. Or just a very efficient human. Point being I should be burying body-wracking sobs into a pillow with the word fool scrawled across my face.
By Neelam Sharmaabout a year ago in Confessions
Part 2: Orphanage in Milan: My Experience
--- In Italy, there's a legend that when a child loses a tooth, if they put it under their pillow before bed, a mouse (or the tooth fairy, depending on the region) will come during the night, take the tooth, and leave money in exchange. I vividly remember the day I lost my first tooth. The caregiver on duty suggested I place it under my pillow and told me the story of the mouse, also recommending that I write down if I had any special wishes. I felt excited and a bit scared at the idea of a mouse coming at night to take my tooth and leave me money. I wondered: why would it give me money for a tooth? And what did it do with the tooth anyway? I found no answers and decided to ignore those questions. Instead, I wrote a note asking if the mouse could leave me enough money to buy a new toy car at the market. I phrased it as a question: "Could you leave me 1000 lire for a new toy car?", or something like that.
By Nobodyabout a year ago in Confessions
YOUNG AMERICANS (Đ–). Content Warning.
Tsunamis of iridescent green pain cascade across my temporal lobe, temporarily drowning out my habitual thought processes. I attempt to drive my new, old-fashioned, expensive, sparkling turquoise car in spite of the crippling pain, yet wisely decide that this would be tantamount to suicide, so I park it near some cheap live music venue.
By ANTICHRIST SUPERSTARabout a year ago in Confessions
