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How I Made $150 From The Vocal Fiction Challenge Despite Not Being Good Enough To Even Make The Shortlist
The Vocal Fiction Challenge While The Vocal Fiction Challenge was running I entered a number of stories. The fact that I am not a published author and I am not on the North American landmass did mean I was unlikely to be considered.
By Mike Singleton đ Mikeydred 5 days ago in Journal
What Makes a Film Feel Real? Inside the Approach of Andreas Szakacs Productions
What makes a film feel real? Not just visuallyâbut emotionally, physically, and psychologically. In an industry often driven by spectacle, where visual effects and scale dominate the screen, some filmmakers are moving in a different direction. They are choosing authenticity over illusion, building stories that feel lived-in rather than manufactured. Among the production companies working within this space is Andreas Szakacs Productionsâa London-based independent company focused on realism, human experience, and location-driven storytelling.
By Andreas szakacs5 days ago in Journal
Some Simple Problems With The SAVE Act
One of the more problematic bills under debate in Congress is the Safeguard American Voting Eligibility Act, or the SAVE Act. The act would require that voters travel to a physical place to register and then present multiple documents (an identification card of some sort, proof of citizenship, and possibly proof of name change) to an official. While all of this looks pretty simple, there are plenty of issues with the bill that should make it of questionable import.
By Jamais Jochim5 days ago in Journal
Trump's abuse and insults: A confession of the shameful helplessness of the American superpower in the face of Iran
Special Analysis â Journalist Malik Sarfaraz Hussain Awan: Trump's abuse and vulgar language are making his helplessness and political failure very clear. It is an established fact that when someone has no strength anywhere and fails to control his opponent, he resorts to abuse and insults. Donald Trump has now become a psychopath and this growing disease of his is not only seriously damaging the American state identity but has also led to disrespect for the presidency of the superpower. If we look in the mirror of history, the heads of the great states of the world have always represented the dignity and moral highness of their nation through their language, tone and style of speech. But when the president of a world power publicly resorts to abuse, threats, and vulgar language, it is a clear admission of his political, moral, and diplomatic defeat. Trump's statement about "sending Iran to hell" is not only an insult to religious sentiments, but it also reveals his deep disappointment and frustration. He has failed to subdue a nation that has bravely fought severe economic sanctions, pressure, and hardships for the past several decades. The traditional and limited response of the international organization, the United Nations, to the humanitarian actions of the Trump administration has proven the complete helplessness of this organization. This organization has now fallen below the global level and become the protector of the interests of only a few powerful countries. International laws are enforced only on weak and poor countries, while whenever any concrete action is attempted to be taken against serious crimes against human rights, the United States immediately thwarts it through its veto power. This illegal war imposed by the United States and Israel has now entered a very dangerous phase. The Middle East could turn into a fireball at any moment. The silence of the international community over Israelâs flagrant violation and blatant disregard for international law is clear evidence that the entire region is standing on a powder keg and a spark can ignite the entire region. Other countries in the region also seem to be busy trying to convince Iran to surrender to Trump in the name of limited and safe diplomacy. They are unable to put any pressure on the US President and Israeli interests. This regional hypocrisy is actually the result of fear, weakness and self-interest, where instead of stopping aggression, the oppressed are being advised to bow down. At the same time, Amnesty International and other international human rights organizations also seem to be limited to traditional condemnation. When children are separated from their parents in war zones, hospitals are bombed, and civilians are targeted, the limited and ineffective actions of these organizations cast a big question mark on their existence. By claiming to push Iran to hell in his threats, Trump is as if considering himself the master of heaven and hell. However, followers of all religions know very well who is the real master of heaven and hell and who will make the final decision on the future of mankind. This president, who claims to be a god in subdued words, today holds the most important position in America, whose abusive and indecent statements are creating intense hatred and anger all over the world. America has now become a former superpower that has lost its moral superiority and is now trying unsuccessfully to control the world only through economic terrorism, sanctions, and pressure. Depriving ordinary citizens of medicine, food, and basic necessities is a serious crime against humanity. The American people and the world should get rid of a mentally ill and semi-crazy person like President Trump and take practical steps to promote true humanitarian compassion, justice, and peace on a global scale. If this is not done, his policies will have extremely dangerous and worrying consequences. Because of Trump, many countries in the world are under severe economic pressure, where people are burning in the flames of war on one hand and dying from lack of basic necessities on the other. This destruction is not limited to humans alone, but due to Trump's war and economic measures, animals, birds, trees, water sources, forests, and the entire global ecosystem are also being subjected to silent massacre. The lust for wars has put the entire ecosystem of the earth in grave danger. If the whole world still remains limited to political statements and traditional condemnation and fails to put real pressure on Trump, the dream of world peace will be shattered forever.
By Malik Sarfraz Hussain Awan5 days ago in Journal
The Drama Movie Explained
If youâve been scrolling through social media or watching trailers lately, chances are youâve heard whispers about the shocking twist in The Drama. But hereâs the truthâthis isnât just another romantic comedy with a surprise ending. Itâs a bold, uncomfortable, and deeply thought-provoking story that challenges everything we think we know about love, forgiveness, and human nature.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun6 days ago in Journal
The Gratitude Practice
THE TOXIC POSITIVITY TRAP đđ For two years I maintained a rigorous daily gratitude practice writing three things I was grateful for every morning as prescribed by virtually every wellness influencer, self-help book, and positive psychology study I had encountered, and for two years my anxiety and depression got progressively worse despite my faithful adherence to the practice that was supposed to be improving my mental health, and when I finally told my therapist that gratitude journaling was making me more miserable rather than less, she was not surprised because she had been seeing this pattern in an increasing number of clients who were using gratitude practices to suppress genuine negative emotions rather than to complement them, and the distinction between authentic gratitude and performative positivity disguised as gratitude is crucial for understanding why a practice that genuinely helps some people actively harms others đ
By The Curious Writer6 days ago in Journal
Dr. Prakash Bhatia and the Path to Mental Health Stability for Veterans. AI-Generated.
Dr. Prakash Bhatia is a board-certified psychiatrist and interventional psychiatry specialist with more than 25 years of clinical experience. With advanced training that includes an MD and PhD in Neuroscience, he has worked extensively with individuals facing complex mental health conditions. His work includes supporting veterans and active-duty service members as they adjust to life outside the military. Through a combination of clinical expertise and a structured, patient-focused approach, he contributes to the broader effort of improving mental health care for those transitioning from service to civilian life.
By Prakash Bhatia7 days ago in Journal
The Unsent Letter
Writing to Someone Who Will Never Read It Changed My Life THE WEIGHT OF UNSPOKEN WORDS đ For eleven years I carried the weight of things I never said to my father who walked out of our family when I was twelve years old and who I had not spoken to since because he disappeared so completely that finding him would have required a private investigator and an emotional investment I could not justify in someone who had demonstrated through his absence that he did not want to be found, and the things I needed to say, the anger and the grief and the confusion and the desperate unanswerable question of why he left and whether it was my fault, sat in my chest like stones that I carried everywhere and that made everything heavier including relationships that should have been light and opportunities that should have been exciting and moments that should have been joyful but that were always tinged with the background radiation of abandonment that colored everything without ever being directly addressed đ
By The Curious Writer8 days ago in Journal
365 Days of Writing
The Minimalist Journaling Practice That Rewired My Thinking DAY ONE: THE EXPERIMENT BEGINS đ On January first I committed to the smallest possible journaling practice: one sentence per day, just one, written in a physical notebook before bed, describing the single most important thing that happened or that I felt or that I learned that day, and this commitment which seemed almost insultingly simple compared to the elaborate morning pages and gratitude journals and bullet journals I had attempted and abandoned over the years was deliberately designed to be so small that I could not fail at it, because my history with journaling was a graveyard of ambitious systems that lasted two weeks before the effort required exceeded my discipline and the blank pages became accusations of inadequacy rather than invitations to reflection đ
By The Curious Writer8 days ago in Journal
Donât Buy a Fire Extinguisher Until You Read This (Best Places Revealed)
Most people donât think about fire safety until itâs too late. A small kitchen flare up, an electrical spark or a sudden short circuit. These are everyday risks that can turn serious within seconds. When that moment comes, having the right fire extinguisher not just any, can make all the difference.
By Deborah Larson8 days ago in Journal
T-Mobile in 2026: Why It Remains the Best 5G Network
In an era where mobile connectivity is the backbone of remote work, 8K streaming, cloud gaming, and the Internet of Things, choosing the right wireless carrier is more critical than ever. As of early 2026, T-Mobile continues to solidify its position as America's best 5G network, offering unmatched coverage, blazing speeds, and unlimited data plans that deliver exceptional value. Whether you're a digital nomad, a family of streamers, or a business professional demanding reliability, this guide explores why T-Mobile remains the smart choice for wireless service in 2026.
By Jason Will8 days ago in Journal
