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Can We Weather Life's Storms and Emerge Stronger?
Life inevitably presents us with challenges: the weight of daily pressures, the frustrations of work, the demands of study, and the anxieties of love. If you can navigate these difficulties, your path will become clear. If you find yourself unable to overcome them, time will ultimately teach you how to make peace with them, so there's no need to fear.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharingabout a year ago in Poets
Milestones
Stones standing vigil Witness one destination Not lush adventures I’ve always been fond of the quest tale; enthralled with the idea that simply going to look for the Holy Grail was worthwhile even if you didn’t find it. Milestones are important measures–Hell, I have an entire business plan built out with month over month metrics I need to aim for in this writing endeavor, but it’s important to remember that, while they’re undeniably important, milestones often end up as dull bits of stone along the much wider road. Let them be your guides, not your destinations. The list of places to go in life always ends at six feet under. Take a second and enjoy the spaces in between.
By Matthew J. Frommabout a year ago in Poets
Poetry in the Age of Instagram
When emotions meet algorithms, what becomes of the soul of poetry? Once upon a time, poetry lived in dusty journals, passed between lovers, or whispered in candlelight. It was long, complex, aching with metaphors and layered meanings. You had to read it twice to begin to feel its weight. But today, poetry often lives in squares — specifically, Instagram’s 1080x1080 grid. It wears minimalist fonts, has line breaks designed for scrolling thumbs, and sometimes, it's captioned with nothing more than a hashtag.
By Mehtab Ahmadabout a year ago in Poets
Forging Strength: A Realistic View
The times that truly make you stronger are always when life feels worse than death. It's a grueling process of watching yourself being torn into pieces and then meticulously putting yourself back together with your own hands; indeed, if you've never been close to the devil, you can never become an angel.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharingabout a year ago in Poets
Ready for a Fresh Start? 7 Things to Avoid After a Breakup
Breakups are tough, and it's natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions. While everyone's healing journey is unique, there are some common pitfalls that can hinder your progress. Here are seven things to avoid as you navigate the path to healing and moving forward.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharingabout a year ago in Poets
What Does a Woman's Journey Through Adversity Reveal About Her Growth?
There are three stages a woman goes through when she's upset. Initially, she might cry because she can't solve the problem. Later, she learns to endure her upset feelings when she realizes she can't change the situation. Ultimately, she learns to laugh when she's upset because she has become fearless.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharingabout a year ago in Poets
No Face
I’m a man with no name No face My mind disconnected My heart lost in space A fantastic phantom animating atoms Thank you for reading my work. If you enjoyed this story, there’s more below. Please hit the like and subscribe button, you can follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @AtomicHistorian. To help me create more content, leave a tip or become a pledged subscriber. I also make stickers, t-shirts, etc here.
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
