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Stories in Humans that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.

Divine Alignment
I have been on my own personal spiritual quest for true divine alignment for some time now, and while I have been walking my path, I have come to a profound realization. Gaining spiritual strength is not something that can simply be accomplished by taking in knowledge pertaining to spiritual concepts, or by listening to the experiences of other spiritual practitioners.
By Kaylon Forsyth8 months ago in Humans
My Unexpected Arrest Fucked With My Shame for Years
My annus horribilis Rushing to get my six-and-a-half-year-old daughter ready, I grabbed our coats; we were meeting up with a friend and her thirteen-year-old twins: a school holiday cinema date.
By Chantal Christie Weiss8 months ago in Humans
White Lies
Last night, one of my girlfriends had asked me about how I view lies. I don't agree with lying, but I have lied before... so, I am not perfect. But, I try to avoid lies.
By The Schizophrenic Mom8 months ago in Humans
Finding Ten Things to Like About Myself
What a challenge! Finding things I like about myself was difficult. It's easier to find things to criticize myself for. I'm cranky, I have mood swings, I get lost (and lose things) easily, I have too many unfinished projects . . . it's easy to keep them coming!
By Kimberly J Egan8 months ago in Humans
taking inventory
The reason behind this story. Sometimes we just need a push. Sometimes, there are moments where you are forced to assess your life, especially...particular...journeys.
By Alexandria Stanwyck8 months ago in Humans
ME MYSELF AND I
"ME" This is the most difficult challenge I have ever done, because I consider myself humble, to the outside world at least.
By Susan Payton8 months ago in Humans
Ten Superpowers by Rick Henry Christopher
I am giving this a try. Of course my entry will not be judged nor will I be in the running for any of the prizes. But I figure if I’m putting the challenge out there I might as well attempt the challenge myself.
By Rick Henry Christopher 8 months ago in Humans
Am I worthy
My grade twelve literature teacher’s words washed over me like a wet mop on vomit. “You were supposed to write a personal essay about yourself, an open honest review, why didn’t you do this?”
By JBaz8 months ago in Humans
When Love Becomes Labor: How to Survive Being a Caregiver for Someone You Love
Let me tell you a secret no one prepares you for: Being a caregiver to someone you love is both an act of pure devotion—and a quiet form of grief.
By Angela David9 months ago in Humans
Fighting for Our Lives
When you go to that far-off place That bends reality and warps time, I'll be right here. When the words are there,
By Dana Crandell9 months ago in Humans
10 Things I Love About Me (and No, This Isn't a Rom-Com)
There are people who blush at the idea of loving themselves out loud. Not me. Not anymore. After years of shrinking, apologizing, and making myself small enough to fit inside the fragile egos of others, I’ve learned that self-love isn’t arrogance — it’s survival. So here’s my list of ten things I absolutely adore about myself. Prepare for some sass and a lot of heart.
By Ellie Hoovs9 months ago in Humans
Mayday Mayday: A Community Garden Mural Beckons Your Spiritual Consideration
Good morning, Vocal Media and spiritual seekers, this is your Monday Morning Huddle for May 5, 2025! Today's inspiration comes from a mural in my local community garden. I was out early this morning walking toward a different location I had set in mind when the mural photographed above jumped out at me, beckoning my immediate attention. It was an odd experience because I see this mural nearly every day; I've seen it for years, but today, it was as if the picture came to life, radioing, "Mayday, Mayday."
By Marilyn Glover9 months ago in Humans