breakups

When it comes to breakups, pain is inevitable, but Humans thinks that suffering is optional.

The Spiritual Practice of Getting Lost
We live in a world obsessed with direction. With goals, timelines, five-year plans, and clearly marked paths. We’re taught from an early age to know where we’re going. To have answers. To be decisive, strategic, and on track.
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
Becoming a Safe Space for Myself
For most of my life, I searched for safety in other people. In relationships, I wanted reassurance. In friendships, I needed approval.
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
Leaving Isn’t Always Escaping
For a long time, I believed that leaving meant quitting. That walking away equated to failure. That staying—no matter how painful or misaligned—was the more noble, more courageous act. I thought that to endure was to be strong, and to leave was to give up.
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
😊 The Smile That Didn’t Mean Happy. AI-Generated.
🪞 The Girl Everyone Admired Sarah was always the favorite. She had perfect handwriting, a warm laugh, and the kind of face that looked like it belonged on a sunshine commercial. She brought cupcakes to work on birthdays, remembered everyone’s tea preferences, and volunteered to stay late when others needed to go.
By DR. Allama iqbal8 months ago in Humans
I Am Not a Phase, I Am a Rebirth
For years, I was told I was “just going through a phase.” When I shifted my beliefs, changed my lifestyle, cut my hair, set boundaries, walked away from certain people—I was met with eye rolls, concern, and the ever-dismissive, “You’ll come back around. This is just a phase.”
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
The Last Straw
Chapter 1: The Morning That Changed Everything The kitchen smelled of burnt toast and resentment. I stood staring at the empty space where my favorite blue mug should have been. Again.
By Abbas Ali8 months ago in Humans
How I Navigated a Season of Shedding
There are seasons in life that don’t look like blooming. They don’t come with fireworks, breakthroughs, or celebrations. They look more like unraveling—quiet, gritty, raw. They come with goodbyes, empty rooms, and aching clarity.
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
Starting Over Without a Roadmap
Nobody teaches you how to start over. There’s no handbook for when life unravels. No syllabus for navigating a sudden job loss, a breakup that cracks you open, or a quiet inner shift that tells you—you can’t keep going like this. Sometimes, the ground disappears beneath you before you’ve figured out where you’re going next.
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
Why I Quit a “Dream” Life That No Longer Fit
We all have dreams—visions of success, happiness, and fulfillment that light up our minds like guiding stars. Sometimes, those dreams come true, or at least appear to on the outside. But what happens when the “dream” you’ve chased becomes a cage? When the life everyone else envies no longer feels like your own?
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
The Beauty in Becoming Someone You Didn’t Plan To
Life has a way of surprising us. We spend years crafting visions of who we want to be and how our lives will unfold—only to find that the path twists and turns in ways we never anticipated. When those plans fall apart or shift, it can feel like losing control. But what if this unplanned becoming is actually the most beautiful part of our journey?
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Humans
"10 Harsh Truths That End Marriages (And How to Stop Them)"
Introduction: The Courtroom Secrets After 12 years of handling over 300 divorces, I’ve seen the same heartbreaking patterns repeat. Couples never think it’ll happen to them – until it does.
By Abbas Ali8 months ago in Humans
Navigating the Challenges of Abusive Relationships
Relationships should be a source of joy and support, yet for some, they can become a source of distress and harm. Whether you're a teenager or in your thirties, understanding the signs of an abusive relationship is vital. This article provides insights into identifying abuse, coping strategies, and avenues for support, empowering you to make informed decisions for your well-being.
By LaMarion Ziegler8 months ago in Humans