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3 Simple Strategies to Try Before You Quit Writing for Good. Top Story - June 2023.
Writing is not always an easy journey, and there may be moments when you feel like giving up. You're not alone and I'm sad to say that almost all of us have felt like that at one point or another.
By Elise L. Blake3 years ago in Journal
Coffee? Tea? Who- ME?. Top Story - June 2023.
I was ‘counseled’ after a regional meeting because I offered to get others coffee when I was going for some myself. It makes me appear weak, I was told. Subservient. I was to wait for coffee to be brought to me. Here’s the thing: I wanted coffee. I knew others wanted coffee. Coffee happened.
By Judey Kalchik 3 years ago in Journal
From the Aquarian Journal - A Whiney-ass Expose'. Top Story - May 2023.
From the Aquarian Journal - A Whiney-ass Expose *** Content Warning: Contains Whining, Self-pity and Explicit Language*** There are moments, as part of the human condition, when I just want to give it all up - throw in the towel - bury my head in the sand - blame everything or everyone else. Well, I guess it’s just one of those days (don’t listen to this song, which contains very vulgar language and references, if you are offended by such things). But, in the end, I just can’t, or won’t. Guess I’m stubborn like that. What I have learned over decades is that, once I spend a short time whining and berating myself, I like to take a deep-dive into my own reality, burst the delusions, and improve where I need to improve. The “fault” is rarely external. It’s not - Poor me - nobody likes me or my writing - they just don’t understand.
By Archived User3 years ago in Journal
I’m Calling Corporate Bullshit: Why You Should Never Bring Your Authentic Self to Work. Top Story - May 2023.
In a world where the office is increasingly turning into a new altar of worship, and work is the religion, the concept of ‘bringing your whole authentic self to work’ is a siren song. This song promises a sense of belonging, purpose, and even transcendence. But as we look closer, a cunning corporate ploy emerges from the depths: the commodification of your identity. The implications of this ploy go beyond the workplace, permeating the very fabric of our society and personal lives.
By Paige Holloway3 years ago in Journal
Whiners, Climbers, and Shiners. Top Story - May 2023.
I joined Vocal + almost three years ago, intending to blow away the world with my skills. Instead, I realized I had to learn to write. You see, I've had story ideas ginned in my head for decades that I thought might get me committed to an insane asylum. I wonder if Edgar Poe or Stephen King were worried about that. I'd watch movies, streaming shows, or read stories and think, Wow! I can do better than that. What were they thinking? The same old plots keep getting recycled. I was openly critical. Then a friend said, "Put your money where your mouth is; prove it."
By J. S. Wade3 years ago in Journal
Would You Continue To Write Microfiction if Vocal Allowed it?. Top Story - May 2023.
Writing is one of my favorite things to do. Writing: Makes you think.Puts your thoughts in order.Makes your mind work better.Takes you to other worlds, times, and places.Allows your imagination to run wild.Challenges your creativity.
By Carol Ann Townend3 years ago in Journal
Just Being Vocal. Top Story - May 2023.
Introduction Part of the reason for my writing this is the fact that this week I have written seven playlists over Wednesday and Thursday for the latest Vocal Challenge and while I thought it would be simple it did take a lot out of me resulting in over eight thousand words of text, and while I am proud of what have I have done I don't expect anyone to notice the latter pieces even though they are linked.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Journal
Why the Microfiction Challenge is My Favorite Challenge. Top Story - May 2023.
Since joining Vocal in January 2022, I’ve entered many challenges. I even won runner-up in the “After the Parade” challenge. Each challenge has had its merits. The timing of “After the Parade” complemented my coming out as omnisexual, “The Fantasy Prologue” gave me an excuse to write in my favorite genre, and “Christopher Paolini’s Fantasy Fiction” had the best prize I’ve seen so far. Others, such as “The Mystery Box,” “The Runaway Train,” and “Under Purple Clouds” have allowed me to experiment with style, genre, or both. However, there’s something about “Microfiction Magic” that has caused it to stand out from all the others as my favorite challenge thus far.
By Stephanie Hoogstad3 years ago in Journal
