fact or fiction

Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores relationship myths and truths to get your head out of the clouds and back into romantic reality.

The Porn Experiment: What Happens to Your Brain on Porn?. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Imagine a substance that could deliver an instant rush of pleasure, available 24/7 at the click of a button. It’s free, anonymous, and promises an escape from stress, boredom, or loneliness. This isn’t a new street drug; it’s internet pornography. And your brain processes it in a way that is both fascinating and alarming. Welcome to the unseen neurological experiment you’ve been conducting every time you watch.
By The 9x Fawdi3 months ago in Humans
When Advice Felt Like Arrows: A Story of Dignity in Hard Times
Introduction: When Words Wound Instead of Heal It started with a well-meaning text from a friend: “You just need to stay positive. Everything happens for a reason.” I stared at the screen, exhausted, eyes swollen from a night of crying, and wondered—how can something meant to comfort feel so piercing?
By Shamshair Khan Hasan Zai3 months ago in Humans
The Healing Art of Travel: How Culture Reconnects Mind and Meaning
There’s something quietly magical about standing in a place where everything feels unfamiliar yet deeply human. The colors, the language, the air—it all reminds you that the world is wider and kinder than your daily routine lets you believe. Traveling isn’t only about adventure—it’s about awakening. The travel benefits for mental health go far beyond a break from reality; they help us remember who we are when the noise of everyday life fades away.
By Leigh Cala-or3 months ago in Humans
You Were Made for This
We live in a world that constantly tries to define us by what we have, what we do, or what we look like. Expectations pile up, comparisons wear us down, and before long we forget who we really are. But God never called us to live by the world’s standards. He called us to live by His truth. You were created intentionally, designed for a purpose that no one else can fulfill. The same God who spoke galaxies into motion also spoke your name with love and purpose. No matter what season you are in, no matter what you have been through, God can and will use you right where you are.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Humans
Friendship Boundaries: The Art of Choosing People Who Feel Like Home
In your 20s and 30s, friendships start to shift in quiet but powerful ways. You realize it’s not about who’s been around the longest, but who makes you feel seen, respected, and safe. This piece explores the five green flags and five red flags that reveal whether a friendship nourishes your energy—or drains it—and how setting boundaries can change the way you connect for good.
By Leigh Cala-or3 months ago in Humans
“The Message I Almost Missed”. AI-Generated.
It started on an ordinary Tuesday afternoon — the kind of day that feels like a bridge between two better ones. My phone buzzed on the kitchen counter, but I didn’t notice. I was too busy overthinking lunch, scrolling through a half-empty fridge, and deciding that coffee was an acceptable meal substitute.
By Voxwrite ✍️ 3 months ago in Humans
The Mirror Effect:
The mirrors behind a bar aren’t there for style—they’re there for control. Reflection stops escalation faster than any policy. When volatile people see themselves, they often see the truth.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin3 months ago in Humans
When the Train Stopped at Verona Station. AI-Generated.
The night train from Milan to Venice was running forty minutes late. Rain pressed against the glass like a restless ghost, and every light outside smeared into a trembling reflection. The air inside smelled of wet wool and coffee.
By shakir hamid3 months ago in Humans
Life-Changing Habits
Introduction: Every person wants to live a successful, happy, and mentally balanced life. However, many people do not know which small habits are essential for improving the quality of daily life. In this article, you will learn about 10 best habits that, if practiced consistently, can completely transform your daily life, physical health, and mindset.
By Emranullah3 months ago in Humans
The Letter My Mother Made Me Promise Never to Read
The Letter My Mother Made Me Promise Never to Read When my mother passed away last winter, she left behind a will so simple it almost hurt to read.
By Azlan shah3 months ago in Humans
My Grandmother’s Key Wasn’t for a Door
When my grandmother passed away, her house fell silent in a way I had never heard before. The ticking of the clock, once comforting, now sounded like a reminder — that time moves on, even when we don’t want it to.
By Azlan shah3 months ago in Humans
A Night Remembered 50 Years
We drove north to Edmonds at dusk. The ferry pulled in and out, heavy and patient. We parked by the dock. The park felt half built and half wild. Kelp mats. Old pilings. Salt and diesel on the air.
By Ulrich Semrau3 months ago in Humans