humanity

For better or for worse, relationships reveal the core of the human condition.

Imaginary, yet real.
Perhaps a clean kind of existence— a human being clearly independent and honest with their own emotions— is something rare among people of the lower social strata in Asia.
By The voice of a self-narrating soulabout a month ago in Humans
They Die Alone, Surrounded by People. AI-Generated.
The corridor breathes even when no one walks through it. A light hums faintly. A trolley brushes against the wall. Somewhere, a door sighs shut.
By Laurenceau Porteabout a month ago in Humans
Mary Christmas: A Season of Love, Hope, and Togetherness
“Mary Christmas”—often written or spoken as “Merry Christmas”—is more than just a seasonal greeting. It is a phrase filled with warmth, tradition, faith, and human connection. Across cultures and continents, Christmas is celebrated as a time of joy, generosity, reflection, and togetherness. Whether observed as a religious holiday or a cultural festival, Christmas carries a universal message: love, peace, and kindness matter.
By Hasbanullahabout a month ago in Humans
The Day That Changed Pakistan Forever
On December 16, 2014, Pakistan experienced one of the darkest days in its history. The attack on the Army Public School (APS) in Peshawar was not just an assault on a school building; it was an attack on innocence, education, and the future of an entire nation. Even years later, the memory of that tragic day remains deeply etched in the collective consciousness of Pakistan. The APS attack reshaped national priorities, policies, and emotions, leaving behind grief, courage, and a renewed determination to fight extremism.
By Hasbanullahabout a month ago in Humans
Red Under Ash
In winter, my ritual is not song. It is work. I crouch near the heat and do the same steps, slow and exact. I wake what stayed alive under ash. I feed it careful. I listen for the change in breath, the small sounds that mean the fire will hold.
By Richard Patrick Gageabout a month ago in Humans
The Day I Stopped Explaining Myself
For most of my life, I believed being kind meant explaining myself. Explaining why I said no. Explaining why I was tired.
By TariqShinwariabout a month ago in Humans
The Roman Saturnalia
It is well known how the colonization by Christianity across Europe — during the Roman Empire and after the fall of the greatest Empire the world had ever known — involved turning ancient pagan festivals throughout the pagan changing of the seasons, an ancient pre-Christian astronomical calendar, into fully Christian-inspired ceremonies and celebrations.
By Marc Barhamabout a month ago in Humans
Healthy Relationship Habits or Why Boring Love Is the Most Secure Love
The couples I work with who build marriages that last are not those that are buying flowers every week, but those who make small, almost invisible decisions every day. I’ll be blunt, passion fades if you don't maintain small, boring, but consistent healthy relationship habits, and it has absolutely nothing to do with that romantic part. Stick with me, and I’ll tell you the habits of couples in strong and healthy relationships, so you can make your everyday moments the foundation of something unshakable.
By Kim Evaziansabout a month ago in Humans
One of the World's Saddest Songs You've Never Heard - Written in 5-Minutes and Recorded in One Take on a Single Instrument. Content Warning.
A song written in five minutes, recorded with one instrument, and captured in a single take is quietly breaking hearts and astonishing the few who have heard it.
By Damon Blalackabout a month ago in Humans
The Weaver of Sunbeams. AI-Generated.
In the bustling, chrome-plated city of Oakhaven, the pursuit of happiness was not merely a personal goal; it was a civic duty. The city was a marvel of modern engineering, designed to eliminate every possible source of human discomfort. The sidewalks were heated to prevent winter slips, the ambient music was scientifically tuned to maintain a steady dopamine flow, and every citizen wore a "Pulse-Point"—a sleek wristband that monitored mood fluctuations. When a citizen’s joy dipped below the recommended threshold, the device would vibrate, suggesting a curated purchase, a synthetic nutrient mist, or a brief session in a "Serenity Pod."
By Farhadabout a month ago in Humans
Sankta Lucia Day
Sankta Lucia Day By Kirsten Miles Sankta Lucia Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum has always been one of my most treasured days of the year. With singing, shopping, eating, and merry making, it holds a very special place in my heart. This year, I took my young niece to the show so she could experience the magic of it, just as I had as a little girl.
By Kirsten Milesabout a month ago in Humans
Winter Is Here
Standing in your walk-in closet, you scour your tops on the hangers to find the perfect shirt. You had found snow on the ground this morning when you were walking the dogs. They loved it, but the chill coats your skin, and you need warmer clothes.
By Amethyst Champagneabout a month ago in Humans