Stream of Consciousness
Beauty In All Things
The first thing I remember is...Red, deep as the farthest reach of space, as warm as the sun. Oak as smooth as silk, for you see the wood had been sanded almost lovingly as if the craftsman wanted nothing more in his entire life than to sand all imperfections from the face of his final masterpiece.
By Saoirse Gunnar2 years ago in Writers
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Progressive muscle relaxation. Find somewhere comfortable where your body can feel supported. Whether it be sitting in a chair, lying on a bed, or just lying on the floor somewhere, you won't be disturbed. It's important that you don't drive, cook, or use any machinery whilst listening to this relaxation exercise. Turn off or disconnect phones and tell your family members or others that you live with that you're going to take some time to relax and ask them not to disturb you.
By Azar Dawood2 years ago in Writers
Lesson in Resilience
As this year draws to an end, I look back not at the calendar but at those moments that tested, shaped, and defined me. For me, 2024 was not a year of great victories or celebrations in grand style. It was the quiet battles fought in the stillness of everyday life that gave lessons which have left an indelible mark on my soul.
By Taviii🇨🇦♐️2 years ago in Writers
"The Boy Who Wrote to Santa: A Christmas Wish from India"
I was 12 years old when I first heard about Christmas and Santa Claus. It was during lunch break at school when my friend Rohan, who came from a Christian family, told me about the festive season. He described a jolly old man with a red suit and a long white beard who brought gifts to children who were good all year. It sounded magical, like something out of a dream. I grew up in a small town in India, and we celebrated festivals like Diwali, Holi, and Navratri. Christmas wasn’t something my family observed, but I was fascinated by Rohan’s stories. He told me how he would write a letter to Santa every year, place it in a sock, and hang it by the window. Santa, he said, would read the letter and deliver the gift on Christmas Eve.
By Say the truth 2 years ago in Writers
The Narrative of My Existential Being
The question of existence still haunts me in the silence of the stillness that loneliness brings with it. To be or not to be, to exist in the coexistence of dualistic forces, to dance with the uncertainty or to play it along the periphery, what I hold certain, has always questioned me, bemoaned me. Truth be told, I beheld the cry for help when its absence called in silent whispers around the blanket of dwelling and absconded its abundant presence over me. There is a painting that traces the bits of serenity in my life, the colors that adorn the hues of the almighty run deep through the veins of my soul to find the brevity of pain. I glance at the picture of Lord Krishna, reminiscing the days that passed by. Darkness sets its sterility in the brimming light of today, as the dawn of today paints itself in the colors of the dusk of yesterday.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Writers
The Psychology of The Money
he psychology of money refers to the ways in which our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors around money shape our financial decisions, attitudes, and well-being. It explores the complex relationship between our emotions, beliefs, and the actions we take with our money, as well as how our mindset influences financial outcomes. Understanding the psychology of money can help people make better decisions, manage stress, and improve their overall financial health.1. Money Mindset
By Jackie Lou Dabalos2 years ago in Writers
Writing Like Shakespeare
Journal Writing I like to write outside, in nature, with pen and paper. Always, when I am outside, I am motivated to write. Listening to the birds, the wind as it whistles through the trees, the sound of crickets or even dogs barking, makes me take notice of the world around me. It is only my job as a writer to record what I see and hear and when I am outside, it’s not likely to happen behind a computer. I bring a journal with me when I go to the park, for a walk around the neighborhood or on a ten-mile hike. Pen and paper are the bare bones essential tools of good writing. Writers wrote with them for centuries before the typewriter, computer or AI were invented. Imagine Shakespeare writing all those brilliant plays with pen and paper. How laborious, we think. That would take forever, by our standards, and it did. We simply don’t have the patience for that kind of time and effort. Many people writing today probably would not do it if they had to use pen and paper and yet, people did it back then. There will always be writers lifting their voices regardless of the tools used to produce work.
By Terri Kalloch2 years ago in Writers
A Great Grandchild Is Due Next Summer
This is my wish for you: that you take these cards, grab the topic on one side and write, write, write. Then flip to the other side of the card and take note. I’ve always used the word topic instead of prompt. Prompt is the starting place, but topic indicates more the idea of plunging in and immersing. Natalie Goldberg
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Writers
Vocalizing
When I was browsing my work to create an anthology piece of my fictions, I noticed I actually tend to write more non-fiction here than I realized. So rather vainly I've gathered it up, just in case anyone might be interested in yet another piece on a writer's self-aggrandizing examination of themselves.
By Call Me Les2 years ago in Writers
Black Women- America’s Blueprint, Not Your Backup Plan
As a black women i find myself reflecting deeply on the recent election results and the undeniable truth they reveal: numbers don't lie. Despite our tireless efforts to drive political change and support communities, many people have voted against their own interests, leaving us to question our role in society. Black women have long been the backbone of movements, shaping the course of history with our resilience and strength. Yet, we continue to face these systemic challenges.
By A Girl Named Barb2 years ago in Writers
