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For better or for worse, relationships reveal the core of the human condition.
The Truth Reflected Through Another Lens
For more than a century, photographs have stood as the gold standard for what is real, serving as the world’s collective proof of authenticity. A camera was the vessel through which truth was captured, a silent witness to time. Yet the rise of artificial intelligence has disrupted that assumption, not by erasing reality, but by reframing it. When we see an AI-generated image, our instinct is often to dismiss it as fake. We assume that because a camera was not involved, the image cannot be trusted. But that confuses process with meaning. The truth of an image does not depend on the tool that created it. It depends on who or what it represents.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Humans
The Silent Treatment Playbook:
The silent treatment. Those two words can evoke a sense of dread, frustration, and helplessness. Unlike an argument where words, even harsh ones, are exchanged, the silent treatment is a deliberate withdrawal of communication, a form of emotional abandonment that can leave the recipient feeling isolated and confused. It’s a manipulation tactic used in various relationships – romantic, familial, professional, and even platonic – and understanding its mechanics is crucial for navigating it effectively. This article will delve into the silent treatment playbook, exploring its various manifestations, the underlying motivations, and, most importantly, providing strategies for responding in a healthy and constructive manner.
By Wilson Igbasi3 months ago in Humans
Decoding Affection: How to Spot Love Bombing in the First Week (With Real Text Examples)
The initial stages of a relationship are often painted with rose-tinted glasses. Excitement, butterflies, and a genuine feeling of connection can make the first few weeks exhilarating. But sometimes, what appears to be an intense connection is actually a calculated manipulation tactic known as “love bombing.” While grand gestures and showering someone with affection might seem romantic on the surface, understanding the difference between genuine interest and love bombing is crucial for protecting your emotional well-being. This article will arm you with the knowledge to recognize love bombing within the first week, backed by real text message examples, allowing you to navigate new relationships with greater awareness.
By Wilson Igbasi3 months ago in Humans
The Invisible Army of Men Becoming Kings
There’s a lot of noise online right now—hot takes, finger‑pointing, spirals of frustration—about the state of men, masculinity, and the absolute circus many women have had to endure. The rhetoric goes something like: Where are the good men? Where are the protectors? Why aren’t good men stepping up and knocking the toxic ones out of the way? Why aren’t men saving us from the men who are ruining everything?
By THE HONED CRONE3 months ago in Humans
Stop Blaming Women for Men’s Choices
“I will not water what is dead; I will walk in the garden that grows with light, abundance, and care freely given.” There’s a dangerous narrative circulating online, masquerading as “relationship advice,” that subtly shifts responsibility for a man’s behaviour onto women. You may have seen posts that say things like: “He does less because you accepted less. He does less because you trained him. Because you clap for crumbs. Because you stay.” These messages are everywhere, disguised as wisdom, but what they really do is blame women for the choices men make. Let me be crystal clear: this is victim-blaming. And it is fundamentally wrong.
By THE HONED CRONE3 months ago in Humans
The Day I Forgot My Own Name
Note to the Author: Anyone who has ever felt physically or spiritually lost in their own life will relate to this story. It's about finding something beautiful to hold onto despite losing everything that defines you. The alarm rang, but I didn’t move.
By Noor Ul wahab3 months ago in Humans
Drug Testing SNAP Recipients Was a Costly Failure—and Policing Food Choices Is a Moral Failing
In the ongoing debate over poverty and public assistance in the United States, few programs have been as misunderstood—and as unfairly targeted—as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Designed to help low-income individuals and families afford food, SNAP is a lifeline for millions. Yet instead of being treated as a compassionate tool to alleviate hunger and support dignity, it has often been weaponized by policymakers who seek to stigmatize the poor.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior3 months ago in Humans
“The Umbrella in Apartment 17”
The Umbrella in Apartment 17 By [Ali Rehman] The hallway outside Apartment 17 was dimly lit and usually quiet. It was the kind of space most people hurried through without a second glance—just a passage from the door to the world beyond. But for years, there was one small, forgotten object that quietly connected the lives of strangers: an old, battered umbrella.
By Ali Rehman3 months ago in Humans
