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The Journey
I often find people are far too hard on themselves, they take life far too seriously when they have no control and it poisons them. They burn their souls away trying to save the world, the ones around them see a hero that doesn’t need to sleep, when they’re dying inside, stretched into a transparent sheet that won’t snap. In most scenarios it’s preferable over doing nothing, receding back into oneself while the machine keeps chugging along just to be forgotten about. They are not forgotten of course, they become shells, everyone wonders why they don’t come out anymore, where were they last Christmas? Why haven’t you called lately?
By Briera day ago in Humans
Reunification. Content Warning.
The week after my first date with Zane the factory that he worked at closed permanently. During the tail end of our second date, his car started to act up; once before he took it in to get checked out, he suspected that the problem was the transmission. Zane had only paid $5oo for the car and said that he would just drive it for as long as he could before buying another cheap used car. N0t having a vehicle put a pin in our courtship, however, leaving us in purgatory.
By Gabriel Bradshaw a day ago in Humans
The 20 Traits That Make a Woman Truly Worth Marrying
Most people spend years searching for the perfect partner, but they often look in the wrong places. The truth is, the right woman is not defined by beauty or status — she is defined by the qualities she carries in her heart and character.
By Zakir Ullaha day ago in Humans
The Beauty of Being Broken
There is a specific, metallic taste to failure. It’s the flavor of a cold coffee at 4:00 AM, the bitterness of a bank account that mocks your ambition, and the salt of tears you swore you wouldn’t shed. We are raised in a culture that worships the "Architects of Success," those polished individuals who seem to have built their lives with surgical precision. But let me tell you a secret that the editors of glossy magazines won't: The most beautiful people I know are not architects. They are ruins.
By Alex Sterling 2 days ago in Humans
The Final Map
The silence of a dead man’s house is a specific kind of heavy. It’s not just the absence of noise; it’s the weight of the air itself, thickened by dust motes and things left unsaid.
By imtiazalam2 days ago in Humans
The Shift From Pisces to Aquarius: From Following to Connecting
Astrological ages describe long arcs of cultural development, each lasting roughly two thousand years. These eras are not defined by single events but by gradual changes in consciousness, values, and collective orientation. The transition from the Age of Pisces to the Age of Aquarius marks one of the most significant shifts in human history, not because of a change in the stars themselves, but because of the change in how humanity interprets meaning. The Piscean era emphasized devotion, sacrifice, and hierarchical spiritual authority. The Aquarian era emphasizes connection, shared intelligence, and the dissolution of hierarchy. This shift can be summarized in a simple contrast: in Pisces, the savior said “Follow me.” In Aquarius, the savior says “Connect.”
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior2 days ago in Humans
The Backyard Nature Healed My Fever
Season changes, and my kids get sick. As I nurse them, it brings back fond memories of my own fever days in childhood. So, let me share.
By Seema Patel2 days ago in Humans
Schizophrenics Never Lie. Content Warning.
I used to compulsively read the Wikipedia page for schizophrenia back when I used meth. I was trying to figure out if I was in the midst of a psychotic episode or if I was truly being punished by god to atone for the sins I had accumulated as an eighteen year old guy, like literally just some guy.
By Stanley Davis2 days ago in Humans
Self Storage
Every serious discussion should start as a stand-up comedy routine. Not the ha ha, isn’t that cute kind of routine. Like those that start with knock, knock, or a cow, a pig and a horse go into a bar….But more like a bittersweet line or two that gets you thinking more than laughing your guts out. Actually, more like rotting your guts out.
By Jim Adams2 days ago in Humans
Is It Love, Attachment, or Emotional Dependency? Understanding the Difference
Is It Love, Attachment, or Emotional Dependency? Understanding the Difference Many people say “I love you” — but sometimes what they feel isn’t actually love. It might be attachment. It might be emotional dependency. Or it might be a mixture of all three.
By The Curious Writer2 days ago in Humans
Ancient Minds, Modern Life: Lessons That Still Control You
What if most of what drives your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors today was already mapped centuries ago—not with fMRI scans or brain imaging, but through ruthless self-observation, disciplined reflection, and honesty modern psychology still struggles to achieve? Ancient philosophers and thinkers didn’t have labs, statistics, or apps tracking attention spans. Yet, they understood the mechanics of the mind with a precision that remains relevant today.
By The Curious Writer2 days ago in Humans
Brandon Michael Davis Austin: Why the First Five Minutes Define the Outcome of a Crisis. AI-Generated.
When discussing the future of crisis response systems, Brandon Michael Davis Austin often focuses on a critical window that many institutions overlook. The first five minutes after a person reaches out for help can determine whether a situation stabilizes or escalates. In those opening moments, individuals may be experiencing fear, confusion, or emotional overload. Systems that respond with clarity, reassurance, and continuity can create immediate stability. Systems that respond with rigid procedures or fragmented communication can unintentionally increase distress. Understanding this early window is essential for building crisis response models that truly protect people in their most vulnerable moments.
By Brandon Michael Davis2 days ago in Humans