School
I am 22 and am not ashamed to admit that
1) I could not clear my master's entrance exam and dedicated an entire year to the process which led to physical and mental burnout. I took a few months off after taking the exam to figure out what I wanted from life.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Confessions
Flu Season in the US Is the Most Intense It’s Been in at Least 15 Years
Why This Flu Season Is Breaking Records Several factors have converged to create this year’s “perfect storm” of flu activity. First, the dominant strain—H3N2—is notorious for its ability to mutate rapidly, reducing the effectiveness of seasonal vaccines. While this year’s shot offers some protection, its mismatch with circulating variants has left many vulnerable. Compounding the problem is what experts call an “immunity gap.” During the pandemic, masking and social distancing suppressed flu transmission for nearly three years, leaving people—especially children—with fewer natural defenses. Now, as society returns to normalcy, the virus is spreading unchecked.
By محمد محمد عليabout a year ago in Confessions
Yet life goes on, Following the rules of life. AI-Generated.
Yet life goes on Following the rules of life years have passed like a slow, unrelenting tide of purpose. There was once a belief that the future held promise, that the passing of time would bring growth and fulfillment. Instead, it has only magnified an overwhelming emptiness. Others have moved forward—married, traveled, built lives filled with experiences that seem unattainable. Meanwhile, existence has become a mere shadow, slipping further behind with every moment.
By Banik Sojibabout a year ago in Confessions
Echoes of the Lighthouse
The storm raged outside, the waves crashing violently against the shore. From her small cottage near the coast, Amelia Harper stared at the lighthouse in the distance. It had stood there for nearly a century, abandoned for years, yet holding secrets no one had ever uncovered.
By Hridoy Hasanabout a year ago in Confessions
Whispers of the Old Library
The air inside the library smelled of aged paper and dust, a scent Evelyn Carter had grown to love over the years. Nestled in the heart of her small town, the Carter Library had stood for nearly a century, its towering wooden shelves holding thousands of untold stories. Evelyn, a part-time librarian and aspiring writer, often found herself lost in its quiet corners, flipping through old books and imagining the lives of those who had once read them.
By Hridoy Hasanabout a year ago in Confessions
The Last Letter
James Carter had never been particularly close to his grandfather, Richard Carter. The old man was quiet, reserved, and kept most of his past to himself. James had spent summers at his grandparents’ countryside home, but even during those visits, Richard never spoke much about his life before marriage.
By Hridoy Hasanabout a year ago in Confessions
FEAR IN THINKING IS THIS ABILITY OR ILLNESS
In a bustling yet lonely city for a man named Benjamin, his life is filled with uniqueness that is difficult to explain to others. Since childhood, he has realized that his mind does not work like most people. His memory and understanding of the world are so sharp, as if his brain is an infinite storage, recording every event in detail that is impossible to forget. He can remember meetings 10 or even 30 years ago, complete with seconds, hours, and words spoken, as if it all happened yesterday.
By Benzaminabout a year ago in Confessions
10 ways to practice self-love on Valentine's Day
Here are 10 ways to practice self-love on Valentine's Day: Valentine's Day is often seen as a time to celebrate love with others, but it’s equally important to take a moment to show yourself some love. Self-love is about recognizing your worth, being kind to yourself, and practicing habits that nurture your mind and body. If you’re looking for ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day on your own terms, here are 10 thoughtful ways to practice self-love that can leave you feeling rejuvenated, empowered, and appreciated.
By Ramesh Mahato about a year ago in Confessions
An ode to being lost in life
Because when you just dream about it in your heart, work hard for it and believe in the universe to perform its magic, it conspires in the best-designated ways to make your dreams come true. I have always believed in the higher power, something beyond the fathomable vision of the human eye that beholds us, ties us to our purpose and protects us in times of uncertainty and dejection. It is comforting to know that some mighty and divine force beckons us in moments of need and sometimes all we need to do is let go and have faith. Life in its truest mirth often transcends through the truces of rationalisation and delusion, through the light of knowing exactly what to do and under the traces of pretence which hides the scariest part, not having a single clue as to where your life is going.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Confessions
Love Appears 2
The Unbearable Pain I can’t forgive myself for what I did to Lilian. I’m so sorry. You were so brave. I don’t deserve Catherine, because what I did to you deserves blame and consequences. Maybe I need to be rejected once to get even with myself and the world.
By Tiago Dunecel 🧑💻about a year ago in Confessions
Breaking Down the Question: "Are You One of Those Feminist Types?" and My Truthful Answer
I experienced being watched long before I understood what feminism meant. I came to see that there was a persistent, ravenous gaze on all women. It establishes the boundaries between right and wrong, specifies the moral patterns a girl must exhibit, and reaffirms our core beliefs. Such surveillance has the peculiar quality of quickly turning inward, turning you into a voyeur of yourself. I spent almost my entire adolescence performing what I thought was most attractive.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Confessions
