Stream of Consciousness
The Broken Vase
The vase had been in Emma’s family for generations. Hand-painted with delicate blue flowers, it was the one thing she had left of her grandmother. Every time she looked at it, she could almost hear the old woman’s laughter, smell the lavender-scented handkerchiefs she always carried.
By yousaf shah10 months ago in Humans
Why Facts Alone Don't Change People's Minds
Have you ever tried to convince someone with cold, hard facts, only to watch them reject everything you say? Maybe you showed them statistics, expert opinions, or undeniable proof-yet they still refused to change their mind. It's tempting to assume they're just being difficult. But the truth is, we all do this. People don't react to reality, they react to the version of reality they carry in their heads. And that version is shaped by everything from media and upbringing to personal biases. So, if facts don't change minds, what does? That's what we're about to uncover.
By Beyond The Surface10 months ago in Humans
The Power Of Consistency
Have you ever wondered how some people manage to achieve great things while others struggle to stay on track? It’s easy to believe that success comes from one big break, a stroke of genius, or extraordinary talent. But in reality, one of the most underrated and powerful tools anyone can use is consistency.
By SHADOW-WRITES10 months ago in Humans
The Night I Learned to Breathe Underwater
There was a night I stopped knowing who I was. Not metaphorically—like the kind of existential musings people post on Instagram over sunsets—but a full-body disorientation. I was standing in the shower, water scalding, but I couldn’t feel it. It slid down me like rain on wax, and I just stood there, mouth slightly open, eyes glazed. A hollowed-out version of the girl who used to laugh too loud in coffee shops and write poetry in the margins of receipts.
By Rukka Nova10 months ago in Humans
Title: The Power of Observation: How Your Consciousness Shapes Reality . AI-Generated.
Have you ever noticed how just watching something changes the way you experience it? Like when you’re being watched — suddenly you become aware of your every move. Or when you observe your own thoughts — and they start to shift, almost like they know you're paying attention.
By Sohel Zain10 months ago in Humans
The Lost Art of Boredom:
In a world addicted to productivity and stimulation, boredom has become almost taboo. We’ve developed an allergic reaction to empty moments. Stuck in line at the coffee shop? Check Instagram. Commercial break? Scroll through TikTok. Waiting for a friend to arrive? Fire off a couple of emails. There’s an unspoken rule in modern life: never be idle.
By SHADOW-WRITES10 months ago in Humans
Redefining Strength
Lately, I’ve spoken to many women between the ages of 30 and 50 who feel overwhelmed by the weight of endless responsibilities. As someone who enjoys listening deeply and offering support or relatable advice, I began noticing a pattern: most of these women are the eldest daughters in their families.
By Babita Sobhani Jalan10 months ago in Humans
The Warm Glow Of Yesterday
In an age of relentless forward motion, where every new app, gadget, and viral trend seems to outdate the last, there’s a strange comfort in looking back. That familiar scent of an old book, a forgotten song crackling through worn speakers, or the grainy texture of a childhood photograph — these are the simple, yet powerful triggers of nostalgia. While some might dismiss it as sentimental longing, modern psychology suggests nostalgia holds a far more meaningful place in our emotional toolkit than we might realize.
By SHADOW-WRITES10 months ago in Humans
IShowSpeed's China Tour
Darren Watkins Jr., better known online as IShowSpeed, set off on one of his most daring journeys to date in March 2025: a multi-week live-streaming tour throughout China. With streams that received millions of views, Speed—who is well-known for his exuberant antics, sincere nature, and international fan base—sought to establish a true connection with Chinese fans. His plans to stay in China for "maybe like a week or two" have not been formally confirmed, but his livestreams indicate that he spent at least 7 to 10 days traveling through different Chinese cities, taking in the chaos and culture along the way.
By Mushfiqur Rahman10 months ago in Humans
“What Depression Really Feels Like: A Story Behind the Silence”
Let’s begin with a truth many of us carry but rarely say aloud: depression is not just sadness. It’s not about having a bad day. It’s not about feeling a little “off.” Depression is a more misunderstood condition that is deeper, heavier, and quieter. In this article, I want to be truthful. No filters. No sugar-coating. Because depression doesn’t come in neat definitions or poetic metaphors. It comes as a fog, a weight, an absence. And for anyone who has lived with it, you know—it’s not just a feeling. It is a full-body and mind experience that can make you forget who you are. This is my attempt to speak into the void.
By Allen Rihab10 months ago in Humans
