The Cult of Celebrity has existed for a very long time. Many years back, people strived to find out more about influential people such as Genghis Khan, Julius Caesar, and Elizabeth I of England. Today these leaders still awaken curiosity and even moments of empathy for their stories. Even with a vast collection of archeological evidence, modern day people will never get a glimpse of their true personalities even if they appear relatable in many ways.
Continue reading “Fountain of Empathy”Rejection’s Bitter Flavor
Well into their adulthood, many people constantly struggle when facing rejection and addressing the fact that not everyone will accept them personally, physically, or career-wise. Rejection can invoke some level of trauma. Among ugliness, there is also that reminder that the horrifying monstrosity called Rejection can be a life-saver.
Continue reading “Rejection’s Bitter Flavor”Forward Thinking
Apparently the flowers are supposed to make a comeback since it is that time of the year again. My mind was too distracted to even care.
Continue reading “Forward Thinking”Destroyed Patience
How much longer can you wait for general satisfaction? Our potentials should be met before aging brings the burden of illness or loss. Today will never come back. The next few days become more monotonous. Patiently waiting for worthwhile life events is an incredible achievement.
Continue reading “Destroyed Patience”Stepping on Writer’s Block
56-year-old Daniel Schaft analyzed if any dirt was still left under his very short nails. Unfortunately, the man’s fingers were so wide that he would commonly hit the wrong letters on the greasy keyboard. Daniel’s slender stomach was sticking out of the stained blue jeans from drinking a full bottle of Coke Cherry. He stared at the nearly blank Word document with “Hjskalhjkh” typed in dark green Times New Roman. Then there was the realization that he needed to relieve himself.
Continue reading “Stepping on Writer’s Block”Social Anxiety is not as Powerful as it Seems
Dealing with people can be unconditionally terrifying. Social rules differ based on cultural context, evolve throughout time, and can absolutely confuse all of us because what works for one person doesn’t work for the other. Our increasingly digitalized world does not necessarily require in-person contact and it’s no shocker that social anxiety is becoming more prevalent as a result.
Continue reading “Social Anxiety is not as Powerful as it Seems”How to Survive Betrayal
Companionship helps us rediscover life’s fleeting hope. That rare event of meeting someone who we just “click with” requires the right time and place. Once some months pass, the bond begins to develop. Then attachment begins to set in and that’s when betrayal hurts the most. How can we stop betrayal from destroying us?
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