“Humans are not just resilient; we are adaptable. In times of crisis, we don’t just bounce back; we bounce forward.” — Sheryl Sandberg — The pandemic, an uninvited guest, stormed into our lives and left an indelible mark on our social psychology. For what felt like an eternity, spanning almost two years, we were prisoners of our own fear, cowering from social interactions and trapped in isolation. …

“If a rifle hangs on the wall in the first act, it must be fired in the second or third.” — Anton Chekhov. — As authors, we often become entangled in the complexities of plot and character development, occasionally neglecting an essential storytelling principle: Chekhov’s Gun. This profound concept originates from Anton Chekhov’s renowned writing advice: “If a rifle hangs on the wall in the first act, it must be fired in the second…

Let’s speculate! — Let’s dive for a bit into the world of speculation and explore a fascinating possibility: Could Elon Musk, the eccentric billionaire behind Tesla and SpaceX, consider acquiring the recently collapsed Silicon Valley Bank (SVB)? With his latest acquisition of Twitter under his belt, it’s worth exploring the potential of this…

“What you aim at determines what you see. That’s worth repeating. What you aim at determines what you see.” (Chapter 7: Pursue what is meaningful, not what is expedient) — Let’s face it, Jordan Peterson’s “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos” has been a hot topic in the self-improvement sphere. But, as a woman, you might wonder if this book is valuable for you, given that it often appears aimed at men. Fear not, ladies, because powerful lessons…

Unleash the Robin to your Batman — Have you ever heard the phrase, “There’s an app for that”? It pretty much means that no matter what task you’re trying to accomplish, there’s probably a piece of software out there designed to help you. In the world of creative writing, AI-powered tools are becoming increasingly popular, helping writers…

Have you ever heard the phrase: “There’s an app for that?” — Picture this: you’re sitting at your desk, staring at a blank screen, and the words just aren’t flowing. We’ve all been there, right? But what if I told you that the solution to this creative impasse might be a few keystrokes away? Enter ChatGPT-4, the latest AI offering from OpenAI…

A story that highlights the challenges faced by Filipina women in Western societies and sheds light on the harmful impact of stereotypes and biases. — I live in Europe. You’d say we’re civilised and educated around here. Still, when it comes to discrimination and stereotypes, we’re not there yet, apparently. During a recent massage session, my therapist confided in me about how her husband’s family regularly exploits her generosity and benevolence. This revelation prompted me…

My mother’s journey towards hope and healing through supportive environments for growth. — Can people change for the better? I’m asking myself while watching my mother preparing a home-cooked meal while visiting us during a week we all know will be tough. Gazing at my mother as she was busy cutting the vegetables and stirring the pot with a soup that smelled like…

How finding your voice is crucial to successful writing. — I thought it was a phase. But writer’s block is real. I have been struggling with it for several months now. …