I was walking around the street doing my usual morning routine. I held an old umbrella on my hand, and I looked up at the sunny sky and thought about opening my umbrella to protect myself from the sun. I clicked on the button that automatically opened the umbrella, then I heard a quick snap. … Continue reading Selective Accountability
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The Internet-depended Mind
I'll be honest. I'm extremely dependent on the internet. It's the reason why I can do my work, entertain myself, and express myself. Possibilities are endless with the internet, but I already know deep down that though there are so many possibilities and opportunities this space gives it brought me to depressing times as well. … Continue reading The Internet-depended Mind
Momentum Build-up
One thing I've always dismissed when building habits is momentum. When atomic habits and momentum combine, habits will increment in size and in scope. Building the right habits with the right scope usually is a daunting task, but with small incremental steps and leveraging momentum it's so easy. However, I've also noticed that when the … Continue reading Momentum Build-up
Short Story Drought
It's hard to read when the story you're reading is boring as fuck. It's not captivating. It's not entertaining. What really troubles me is when the paragraphs are way too fucking long. I don't want to read those kinds of paragraphs because they're so tiring to look at. Why not make them into bite sized … Continue reading Short Story Drought
The Biggest Regret
It was a Thursday afternoon in the corner of a silent dirty room. I was alone with my laptop with my full attention happening on the screen. I've prepared the whole week just for this moment. Just for this one opportunity I'm giving it my all. I reviewed every concept I’ve learned since university. I … Continue reading The Biggest Regret
Reading A Sequel from a HFY Must Read
Another read from the HFY Subreddit, this time I'm reading the Part 2 of the must read classic of We Only Need One.
What happens when Humans become the Universe’s Guardians?
Another interesting read from the HFY subreddit, this time it's the humans who have the upper hand. Ancient Enemies https://www.reddit.com/r/HFY/comments/k0274f/ancient_enemies/ When I read this it offered a lot of ideas on many things especially regarding the establishment of rules. In the story, the humans have established four rules they followed after thousands of years of … Continue reading What happens when Humans become the Universe’s Guardians?
Call an Ambulance, but not for me!
Once again I find myself lurking in the older archives of the HFY Subreddit. Why? There's a lot of good shit in there. Also, it saves me the trouble of finding good stories to read. Since I'm planning to do short story analysis every single day, I want something fun to make my life a … Continue reading Call an Ambulance, but not for me!
Encountering Ray Bradbury’s Short Stories
While I was reading some stories on the HFY Subreddit. I stumbled on a comment where they mentioned that the story I liked resembled Ray Bradbury's short story. Intrigued. I decided to look into it and… Holy Crap! It's one of the best accidents I've ever done. There Will Come Soft Rains by Ray Bradbury … Continue reading Encountering Ray Bradbury’s Short Stories
Canned Sardines
No matter where I’ll end up in the future. Be it successful or in poverty. I would never forget the taste of canned sardines. Why? It’s the reason I’m still alive right now. One of the cheapest food sources out there. And, a reliable one at that too. It’s not good for everyday consumption – … Continue reading Canned Sardines
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