Humanity
More Ramblings About My Writing On Vocal
Introduction Every so often I feel I am running out of things to write about, although I have ideas for four pieces to write, but my inherent laziness is preventing me from doing this, so instead, I am going to write (once more) about how I manage to continue writing.
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred 5 months ago in Confessions
A Sort Of Problem. Top Story - November 2022.
Introduction I recently wrote a piece setting myself a task to create a fiction that was entirely positive. I wasn’t sure I could do it, but I did, and the story I am talking about is at the end of this one. So what is my problem?
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred 5 months ago in Confessions
The Wallet on the Empty Train
I never expected a forgotten wallet to change the way I looked at humanity. Three years ago, I was working the night shift at a small warehouse on the outskirts of the city. The pay was barely enough to cover rent, groceries, and the occasional bus ticket. Every month felt like a race against unpaid bills.
By Jhon smith5 months ago in Confessions
The Penalty of Presence: Weaponized Misogyny in Progressive Advocacy
The landscape of contemporary social advocacy is frequently romanticized as a sanctuary of equity, a space where progressive ideals are translated into systemic defense for the vulnerable.
By Sai Marie Johnson5 months ago in Confessions
Delayed
Introduction Here's a thing. You are away for a weekend, that's a set number of days. You book accommodation, travel, take enough clothes and stuff you need for the duration, so you are ready for a good break away. Of course this could be work rather than pleasure but then something happens to throw a spanner in the works.
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred 5 months ago in Confessions
The truth about Life. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Did you ever wake up and realize the direction the world is going in at the moment? If you did, well congratulations you know how use your brain. But, if you don't then you obviously got an education for nothing. If you even have an education.
By Gavin Barney-Sheets5 months ago in Confessions
A Moment That Changed My Life
A May Writing Challenge (#Quietcornermaychallenge). I know it is no longer May; The prompt — A Quiet Turning — Describe a moment that didn’t seem important at the time but changed everything later. Author’s Note: Stewartkabbis introduced me to this prompt from Quiet corner
By Denise E Lindquist5 months ago in Confessions
The World in a State of Rising Tension
The World in a State of Rising Tension In today’s world, the sense of global security feels more fragile than it has been for many years. Ongoing wars, regional conflicts, and political tensions are creating an atmosphere where many people believe the world is moving into a “dangerous mode.” One of the most discussed and sensitive conflicts contributing to this situation is the Israel–Palestine conflict, which continues to affect not only the Middle East but also global politics, economics, and public opinion.
By Wings of Time 5 months ago in Confessions
Vapes may be more effective than patches and gum at helping people stop smoking, but the research comes with a warning.
Even for patients who have tried and failed with patches and gum, doctors in many nations are still reluctant to suggest e-cigarettes as a means of quitting. The common justification is that the evidence is too conflicting to provide a definitive conclusion, rather than safety. After re-examining the data and classifying it according to quality, a multinational team of researchers discovered something different.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Confessions
