Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Humans.
The Breakup
My mom's word's ripped through my head "Don't put all your eggs in one basket." But when you're 15 and you find that one person that becomes the source of all your happiness. Being that young, being that in love, being that dumb. The odds of winning the lottery were greater than me listening to my mom's advice. But dang, how I wish I listened because mom was right. Someone took my basket and I was left eggless.
By Laura Ortega8 years ago in Humans
Once a Cheater, Not Always a Cheater
Calvin and I had been dating for a year and a half. We were pretty solid. As solid as an 18 and 20 year old can be, at least. I was about to go off to college four hours away and he was staying put. We thought we were ready to take on the distance. A month before I was to leave, he got cold feet. He broke it off and broke my heart. I was sure he was the one and I was devastated. I had lost touch with my high school friends before I even graduated. I knew I was moving off, so I didn’t see the point in counting to try to fit in with them.
By Kate Smith8 years ago in Humans
'Two Great Loves' and You're Out?
In an episode of Sex and the City, the following question was posed: how many great loves do we get? Following her divorce, Charlotte, one of the main characters on the show, opined that everybody gets two great loves in their lives.
By Elle Gabrielle8 years ago in Humans
Letting Go
As always, here I am sitting in bed watching my little blinking cursor taunt me, knowing I have so much to write about, but cannot find the right words to express how I truly feel. There are so many different topics I want to write about, but for now I really want to focus on something that I recently learned about myself…and maybe it may help you too.
By Amanda Ante8 years ago in Humans
Four Different Types of Romances
Romance is a significant part of living. We all, at some point, have dealt or will deal with the excitement and allure of a newfound relationship and romance. But just as we experience the sensation of those butterflies flying throughout our bellies and the warm sensation of that blush that keeps creeping up onto our cheeks, we also experience the idea that not all things will last forever. Unfortunately, even in love, we will experience that crippling emotional pain that makes feel paralyzed, even when you are perfectly functional and capable. That painful sensation of hurt and loss is the breakup or death of a romance. Though we may love with our all, that vulnerability also possesses the ability to make us lose it all. Throughout our lives, though, we are exposed to people very much alike and also incredibly different from one another. Through my experiences both good and bad in life, I have learned that there are four different types of romances; both blissful and hellish.
By Samantha Zimmermann8 years ago in Humans
Signs You're Being Abused by Your Partner
One of my more recent exes was abusive to me; I just didn't know it when we were dating. With his unique form of narcissism, he actually had me convinced that it was my insecurity, and my weakness that made me undesirable. When he left me, I was in shambles—and then he dated the girl who'd later become my best friend.
By Mackenzie Z. Kennedy8 years ago in Humans
Love Her Millions
I want to be in your arms, to feel your body close to mine; I want to look into your eyes, see them looking back at me. I want to feel your heart beat as it beats with mine, just being in the presence of you is a blessing. You light up my world even with just one little smile. The most beautiful smile I’ve ever seen in my life. I see myself growing old with you, building with you and having a family. I just want to be with you for as long as I live in this world. I love going to sleep next to you and waking up to see your beautiful face. Every kiss and every hug brings me closer and closer to you and I love you more by the minute. My world surrounds you the same way my love dose every single day.
By Angie Ramos8 years ago in Humans
Social Media and Infidelity
Instant Gratification Sometimes it starts with a harmless chat site or even a site like Facebook. Quickly the people of social media can fill a void in your relationship showing you the attention you crave from your partner. Usually the attention comes at a time when you are vulnerable and weak.
By Sherrie Pogue8 years ago in Humans
Things Unsaid
When I look back through the many phases of my adolescence I am most reminded of one girl; Kat Robin. Every few days Kat would cycle to another friend and demand their attention and affection. Lord have mercy on the person who didn’t show reciprocity. Per usual, she got her way at the cost of those around her whether she chose to acknowledge that or not. I wonder if Kat even knows the emotional damage she caused me the day she told me, “He could never like someone like you”. Some words will stick with you for life, even when you’d do anything to forget them. Yet, for every shadow cast, there is a source of light that begs to destroy darkness; “If you never try, you’ll never know”.
By Misty Kate8 years ago in Humans
Best Dating Books for Single Women
If there's one category of relationship advice books that has a flood of authors in it, it'd have to be dating books for single women—and it totally makes sense why this is, too. The dating scene has never been more difficult, and truth be told, everyone can use as much advice as possible.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Humans
