It was the summer of 2021 when I had a life-changing realization. It was a time when the world was still reeling from the pandemic, and I was seeking solace in the virtual world. Social media had become my escape, and it was then that I truly understood just how shallow our lives had become. …
A while ago, I found myself in a period of self-reflection, grappling with the nagging feeling that my life had become a series of superficial interactions and experiences. I couldn’t quite put my finger on what was missing, but I knew that something needed to change. One afternoon, while strolling through the park, I met …
There was a woman named Sarah who lived in a busy city. She was a hardworking lawyer who spent most of her time in the office. One day, rushing to catch the train, she noticed an older man struggling to cross the road. He was carrying several heavy bags, and he seemed to be struggling. …
Samantha had always been a shy and introverted person. She preferred to keep to herself, avoiding social situations and rarely speaking up in group settings. She always thought that being quiet was better than drawing attention to herself, but deep down, she longed for the confidence to be more outgoing. One day, Samantha’s friend invited …
Jenny had always been a bit of a troublemaker. She had a reputation for lying and cheating, and her classmates never knew if they could trust her. But Jenny was tired of feeling like she had to hide who she really was. She wanted to be honest and earn the respect of her peers. One …
Mark had always been an ambitious person. He was determined to succeed in his career and make a name for himself. He worked day and night tirelessly to achieve his goals, and he was never satisfied with mediocrity. One day, Mark received an opportunity that he had been dreaming of. He was offered a job …
You know the feeling inside when your neighbor buys a new car or your co-worker posts pictures of their luxury vacation on social media. You can’t help but feel envious and wonder why you aren’t as successful as they are. You work hard daily, but everyone around you is achieving more. This is how Sarah …
Sarah’s eyes had pinned on the three girls sitting before her. Squinting, she felt jealousy clawing up her throat as she watched their blonde, shining hair falling to their waists, their long, lean legs bare under the short skirts, smooth skin adorned with perfect makeup, and colored nails swiftly moving on the phone keyboards. But …
Snowflakes fluttered in the air, covering the city with sheer layers of white blanket. Snow weighed down on the bare trees, filling the empty hollows while people walked with their reddened noses hidden in scarves. Samantha stood at the window, her arms folded, brows – knitted. Fury flooded her eyes, about to overflow from her. …
The sunshine reaching through the window glistened on the table, reflecting onto the surface of the coffee in Dan’s cup. Gooseflesh rippled up his skin, and he felt the familiar sense of hopelessness. “Dan,” a gentle voice made his head lift. Sally sat across from Dan, gazing at him. He forced a smile as her …