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A Glimpse of Light Before the Darkness
Amidst the heavy fog that rolled across the coastal town of Dunsmuir, Eleanor Bennett trudged home through the winding, cobblestone streets. The lanterns lining the path flickered as the evening breeze played with their flames. Eleanor, a young woman of twenty-five, was returning from her shift at the local apothecary. Her heart was heavy with the day's encounters—a child stricken with fever, an elderly man battling rheumatism, and whispers of a shadow looming over the town.
RAVI KUMARPublished 2 days ago in JournalStraightforwardness is however Exquisite as it seems to be Splendid
Effortlessness will convey the day. Leo Tolstoy expressed that there is no significance where there is no effortlessness, goodness, or truth.
Yahya MahmudPublished 5 days ago in JournalEchoes of Words
In a small town nestled between rolling hills and meandering streams, there lived an elderly woman named Eleanor. Her weathered hands, stained with the ink of countless letters, told the story of a life dedicated to correspondence. In an age where emails and texts dominated communication, Eleanor remained steadfast in her belief in the power of letters.
RAVI KUMARPublished 6 days ago in JournalThe Evolution of Consumer Behavior: A Deep Dive into Retail Therapy
Beyond Materialism: The Psychological Motivations Behind Retail Therapy Most people can understand the happiness that comes from purchasing something for oneself when we talk about needing some retail therapy. Can shopping truly improve our mood? Clinical psychologist Scott Bea, PsyD, affirms that shopping can have psychological and therapeutic benefits as long as it is done in moderation, according to research. Engaging in shopping activities, whether online or in person, can provide a psychological and emotional boost. Even just browsing can bring happiness, but it's important to be mindful of your spending habits. Dr. Bea outlines various explanations for the phenomenon.
Hridya SharmaPublished 10 days ago in JournalMy life as student Lawyer Syeda Tamseel Fatima Hussain
Asalam o Alaikum and Hi everyone, This is my second journaling! Today I am just going to write about myself and If i write to personal please ignore. I'm first year undergraduate Law student at UniSQ. For me when i went first time to University was hard, I didn't know the places where to go and how to study. How to get updated on everything. The way I learned was listening to lectures and if I didn't had time to listen, I would go listen online recordings. I would read notes, and make my notes out of that. That's how i passed 50% of the trimester.
Tamseel HussainPublished 11 days ago in Journal- Content Warning
A Day in the Life of North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un
Do you have any idea of the day in the life of whom? Get ready to board the isle of the glitters, power plays and secret games, for a fantastic voyage into the captivating realm of North Korea’s Kim family rule.
Amine OubihPublished 14 days ago in Journal Down with the sickness
These are the areas of my life that are important to me, or that I’m working on. Each month I review where I’m at and check in. The whole middle of April was kind of a write off, but I feel like I’m starting to find my feet again.
Alice ElizabethPublished 18 days ago in JournalSuze is Hunting Muses, 10
Hi. My name is Suze Kay, and I’m a proud moderator of Voices in Minor, a community of Vocal authors who desire to uplift, inspire, and support one another. Every Wednesday, PViM will publish a weekly round-up of whatever lures my muses closer to my writing nook.
Proud ViM ProductionsPublished 18 days ago in JournalCouture and Credibility: How the Met Gala Impacts Mental Health
The most confidential information about the 2024 Met Gala, which will take place on the first Monday in May, is now known. A total of 250 objects, many of which have never been seen in public before, will be on display in the Costume Institute's "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2024. Before the much-awaited event, Vogue is compiling all of the information we currently know.
Hridya SharmaPublished 19 days ago in JournalSORCERY OF THORNS: A REVIEW
"The library wants to fight back." STORYTELLING RANK: INCREDIBLE! 4.5 of 5 stars for overall enjoyment Magic, sorcery, witchcraft, supernatural powers and abilities: they're the bread and butter of fantasy writing. We've created scales and rankings to identify magic systems in novels because there are so many that exist (my personal favorite ranking is Brandon Sanderson's ranking of hard magic versus soft magic). And yet, Margaret Rogerson's novel Sorcery of Thorns still gives to magic a new take.
Monique HardtPublished 20 days ago in JournalThe Role of Technology in Urban Fantasy vs. Cyberpunk: A Comparative Analysis
Urban fantasy and cyberpunk are distinct subgenres uniquely blending science fiction, fantasy, and technology elements. Urban fantasy typically revolves around supernatural creatures and magic in contemporary urban settings, creating a juxtaposition between the fantastical and modern. On the other hand, cyberpunk explores futuristic worlds dominated by advanced technology, often portraying dystopian societies where mega-corporations hold immense power.
Matthew AngeloPublished 23 days ago in JournalTwo Star Review
"The first book's storyline was so unique I just had to read this one, but the sequel was even more roughly written than the first. Van Orman's writing style is overly simple and I had to ding them for their habit of 'telling not showing' every emotion and thought of every character despite it being a first-person POV. There was also no semblance of a struggle after she unlocked the second level. Everything was too easy. No plot twists. Every plan they came up with was executed without complications so it was just... boring unfortunately."
Stephanie Van OrmanPublished 23 days ago in Journal