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Stories in Viva that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.
The Dystopia I Feared Is Upon Us
I am a writer. Words and the stories I create with them are my identity and my life's purpose. But every now and then I go through these "no writing" spells, where the stories and words just won't come. I'm starting to recognize that these spells coincide with world events, over which I have no control. I'm trying little tricks to fool myself into storying, like leaving my docs open to the next paragraph or feeding my brain inspiring stuff–books, movies, videos–to get over the hump. But this time, as we face the defeat of women's reproductive freedom in the United States, the words won't come. All I can see is The Handmaid's Tale in my mind, which leaves room for nothing else.
Hillora LangPublished 3 days ago in Viva5 Things I'm Gifting Myself to Achieve My Goal This Year
As I sat by the roadside, watching people move in different directions, the traffic was starting to build up. The sun had started to shine as I waited for the bus; all looked blurred from my peripheral view.
Jessey AnthonyPublished 6 days ago in VivaThe Importance of Boundaries Around Diet & Body Image
Boundaries. A word that may sound scary and limiting, but when used properly in various areas of life can bring a sense of comfort and reassurance.
Erin R. WindrimPublished about a month ago in VivaThe Manic Pixie Dream Girl Might Be Here to Stay
She's the "one". The Manic Pixie Dream Girl. She'll be the one that got away. The one he thinks about years later when he's bored and disappointed with everything his life has become.
Ariel JosephPublished about a month ago in VivaWomen in Television are Getting Messier, and that's a Good Thing
I love a good antihero. If the success of shows like "Breaking Bad" is any indication, I'm not alone. We love to cheer on a flawed character. We find ourselves rooting for characters like Walter White, whose actions progress from illegal to downright immoral and evil, at times. We can empathize with a villain's backstory, and understand how they became who they are.
Maria WallischPublished 2 months ago in VivaFalling out of Intimacy
One time my OBGYN prescribed me antidepressants. Her name was Tracey, and she had cutesy pins of uteruses on her white doctor’s coat. Do we have to hyper-femininize everything?
I didn't want to write this post
I didn’t want to write this post, because I have a story I want to write about a middle-aged woman who … blah, blah, blah. I’m not going to give away plot points here. I also want to write some new jokes for my stand up. And I don’t want to write any jokes about violence against women, whether it is verbal, physical or institutional.
Rachel RobbinsPublished 2 months ago in VivaThe Summer Cottage: 4 Stars
The Summer Cottage by Viola Shipman tells the story of a woman who finds herself later in life. Through her wish to break free of the chains that have held her back for so long she makes a life-changing decision in order to honor the past of her family and her current desires. Below I've included a brief summary along with my recommendation for Viola Shipman's novel, The Summer Cottage.
Leah LawrencePublished 2 months ago in Viva
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Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Viva.
What You Can Do to Avoid Awkward Dates
Some people come off creepy when they are nervous. They stare at you in silence, not knowing what to say. You fidget, get anxious that maybe they just don’t like you.
Jessey AnthonyPublished about 4 hours ago in VivaMy first story on vocal media
Hey! I'm Rimsh Fatima. You can call me Rimsha or Fatima anything you want. I'm from India and I've just started my journey as a write, honesty I never knew that I can even write this good(hehehe that's my way to motivate myself lol) and can become a write. Since childhood I always like to write either about me or about a particular topic. I always have my diary with me in which I write much about me and my life. Besides writing, I like to sing and draw too I would love to share some of my artworks with you all, if you want you can visit my art page in instagram: @art_by_rimshaa . I will drop some images over here too lol(cheap self promotion).
Rimsha FatimaPublished a day ago in VivaYou Don't Have To Be Slim Or Look A Certain WayTo Enjoy Sex And Relationships.
When I dress, I often look a little slimmer than I actually am. My body can be deceiving. I'm about 4ft in height, with a DD-G chest (depending on the shop that I use!). I have an apple tummy and chunky arms. My tummy is round and plump, it is certainly not washboard or skinny!
Carol TownendPublished 2 days ago in VivaThe Dystopia I Feared Is Upon Us
I am a writer. Words and the stories I create with them are my identity and my life's purpose. But every now and then I go through these "no writing" spells, where the stories and words just won't come. I'm starting to recognize that these spells coincide with world events, over which I have no control. I'm trying little tricks to fool myself into storying, like leaving my docs open to the next paragraph or feeding my brain inspiring stuff–books, movies, videos–to get over the hump. But this time, as we face the defeat of women's reproductive freedom in the United States, the words won't come. All I can see is The Handmaid's Tale in my mind, which leaves room for nothing else.
Hillora LangPublished 3 days ago in VivaSo Much to Lose
I've been thinking about all that could be lost in my life as a single woman who chose never to marry or give control of my life to a man, as the Republican Religious Right works to destroy the gains we've made as a humanistic society, wherein everyone deserves to be treated equitably and respectfully. I'm sure there are many things I haven't thought of yet. Please add your own concerns in the comments.
Hillora LangPublished 3 days ago in VivaThe Complete Guide to Breast Cancer in Women, Symptoms and Breast Cancer Prevention
What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancers are a form of cancer that affects the breast. It is one of the maximum common cancers in girls and is likewise Lymphomas are the second most common motive of cancer-related deaths in females.
Venkata RambabuPublished 4 days ago in VivaNever Go Back
I promised myself I would stay out of this. I'm not an American citizen. I don't live in the United States, and I rarely visit. When I do, the longest I've stayed was five weeks, when a funeral lined up with a pre-planned holiday, extending my original 3-week trip. Theoretically, this shouldn't affect me in any tangible way.
Natasja RosePublished 5 days ago in Viva5 Things I'm Gifting Myself to Achieve My Goal This Year
As I sat by the roadside, watching people move in different directions, the traffic was starting to build up. The sun had started to shine as I waited for the bus; all looked blurred from my peripheral view.
Jessey AnthonyPublished 6 days ago in Viva
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