Published inILLUMINATION·5 days agoMember-onlyMother Earth Hits Harder Than MeI hit hard — In the heart of Baltimore’s bustling cityscape, beneath the shrouded veil of moonlight, lived Ethan, a seemingly ordinary man with an extraordinary secret. His outward demeanor bore the subtle charm of an antiquarian, the kind history had a hard time erasing. Yet, within him, lived a seasoned martial artist, his…Fiction2 min readFiction2 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Sep 19Member-onlyThe 13 PosturesThe essence of Tai Chi — Tai-Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art and form of meditative exercise. It consists of 13 fundamental postures. These postures form the basis of all Tai-Chi movements and sequences, and understanding them is key to mastering the art. Each posture has its own significance in both martial and spiritual contexts…Tai Chi Chuan3 min readTai Chi Chuan3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Sep 7Don't pee in the pool.It could follow you It was with a slight angst that Jimmy John woke on Tuesday morning. The day before, during a routine eye exam, the doctor told him I got bad and worse news. The bad news is there's some blood at the back of your retina, and it could be a complication…Life3 min readLife3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Sep 6Member-onlyPump My NutsA Unique Approach to Relieve Testicular Pressure — Hello, everyone! Today, we will talk about a topic that, while common, doesn’t often get much airtime — testicular pressure. This discomfort is something many men experience but rarely discuss. To make this topic less daunting and more approachable, we’ve devised a unique method known as “Pump my nuts!” We’ll…Life2 min readLife2 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Aug 11Member-onlyOnce in a LifetimeA Closer Look at Unpredictability and Preparedness — The phrase “once in a lifetime” is often used to describe an event so unique, so rare, that it is expected to occur only once within the span of a typical human life. It signifies an extraordinary occurrence that defies normal expectations or predictions. …Life2 min readLife2 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jun 27Member-onlyWalk AwaySometimes it is the best way. When defending yourself, sometimes the best thing to do is walk away. When you are faced with a no-win scenario, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to fight. …Win2 min readWin2 min read
Published inGain Inspiration·Jun 27Member-onlyDon’t Waste Your TimeWalk Away! — We all have those moments when someone is trying to take our time, and we don’t know how to extricate ourselves from the situation. From conversations with strangers on the bus that won’t end to meetings that have gone on for far too long, there are times when it’s best…Life2 min readLife2 min read
Published inSelf Improvements·Jun 25Member-onlyGrowth And Transformation.You are never too old. Once upon a time, in the charming little town of Quirkshire, there lived a grumpy and bad-tempered old man named Cornelius Crabapple. Cornelius was a cantankerous fellow known for his furrowed brow, perpetual scowl, and a disposition as prickly as a cactus on a hot…Short Fiction3 min readShort Fiction3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jun 24Member-onlyChangeDon’t be a cantankerous old man. — Once upon a time, in the quaint little town of Whimsyville, there lived a cantankerous old man named Ebenezer Grumbleton. Ebenezer was famous for his perpetual scowl and uncanny ability to find fault in even the most pleasant situations. …Fiction3 min readFiction3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jun 20Member-onlySubmit Or PublishPros and Cons of Hitting Publish Versus Picking a Publication — Medium has become a popular platform for writers to share their work and reach a large audience. When it comes to publishing content, there are two main options: hitting the publish button and sharing your work independently or submitting it to a publication. Each option has its pros and cons. …Life3 min readLife3 min read
