Motivation
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Simply Me.
I'll start this off by saying that if I had to choose a word for this next year on Vocal, it would be Discovery. Vocal has been my breakthrough for my writing. What I mean by that, is I have enjoyed writing since I can remember. As a child, and into my teens I loved writing poems and song lyrics, and eventually started writing fictional love stories. But then I became an adult, and that life hit me like a freight train. Writing fell on the back burner for many years, even though I still had a desire deep down to continue it. I always let life get in the way though. And then, in my early 30's I ran across the Vocal platform. A spark lit back up in me, just a small one though. Because unfortunately at the time I was stuck in an unhealthy addiction which consumed my time and energy. So I signed up for the yearly subscription, and started to write. And boy did I write, for several months in fact. But sadly a year down the road I looked at my progress, and all I had to show for it were a bunch of unfinished drafts. I was going through so much I didn't really have the ability or attention span to commit myself to what I so badly wanted to do. With that being said, and before I can talk about my goals and aspirations for this new year on Vocal, I need to give you a bit more insight into my past.
Tressa RosePublished 2 months ago in MotivationThe Tithe
The Tithe The church has asked for your ten percent. There are the year end accounts to reconcile and requests on what to give in upcoming events, chances to volunteer to help the cause. The pessimist in me recounts the times in which I said I would give, even if only to myself, and came up short or lacking, missing a deadline or wanting another edit to the timeline so I could make room for the unrequited time. My ledger of lost opportunity looms above me like a ghost visiting my bedroom on Christmas Eve.
G. Douglas KerrPublished 2 months ago in MotivationReflections on Inspirations and Aspirations
I was planning to title this piece “My Aspiration for 2024 Is to Bug the Living Daylights Outta Vocal Until They Kick Me Off the Platform.”
Cathy holmesPublished 2 months ago in MotivationLet's Change The World
For far too long, the world’s been enveloped by darkness. That’s the darker side of humanity, not a lack of sunlight. So many hope that it’ll change. What do you do to affect change in the world?
Jason Ray MortonPublished 2 months ago in Motivation- Runner-Up in #200 Challenge
To the Many
To the early mornings and the feelings of a grey, heavy, ambience, where the guilt melts away with the falling rain. To the sound of the birds outside the window, tirelessly executing the exquisite concert of squawks. To my partner to be there by my side, still, loving me like he does, despite all the trouble I might be causing. To his heavy, beautiful arms resting on my waist until it hurts. To the smell of my sheets, lavishly soaked in orange and lavender. To the ten deep breaths and the perfect stillness without intrusive thoughts harassing my mind. To the split second between my feet and the timber floor, and standing there, ready for the world. To the curious potential, the day holds. To remembering that I am here only for a short visit and I might be called to leave at any time. May this year be filled with the charm of the mundane. I wish to stay present and awake, grateful, alive and at peace.
NostiPublished 2 months ago in Motivation Today I can break down
Feeling lost when life is too much, what can you do? Alone, in the dark room, staring at the world via the tall window, you wonder how it would feel like to have someone care about you. You wonder how it would be to have a safe place to run away from everyone. How it would feel like to have someone who would hold you and kiss your face as tears pour down their cheeks? The feeling of love that you could share with another person.
Anastasia SPublished 2 months ago in MotivationSuperBetter
All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players; -Jaques, in Shakespeare's As You Like It Play. We started playing as a way to find our own feet, to learn to talk, to imitate our parents and siblings, as a way to hone our skills, to get in shape, to while away extra time, to reduce our stress.
Judey KalchikPublished 3 months ago in MotivationThe Key To A Happy New Year
Do you have it? That thing some call the “it” factor? Apparently, I have the magical “it” factor. And I’m here to tell you that “it” is not limited to a select few. I get a lot of push back when I make this statement to everyone ranging from therapists to the spiritually aware.
Stephanie J. BradberryPublished 3 months ago in Motivation
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Manny ChristianPublished about 3 hours ago in MotivationOne Door Closes, Another Opens
In the abundant land of infinite possibilities, amidst the hustle of life, there resided a man with an undying spirit named Oliver. Each sunrise found him brimming with an unmatched vitality and an enviable optimism. Embracing a simple yet profound ethos, Oliver believed that each ending was not a full stop but a mere comma leading to a fresh sentence - a new beginning. For him, every setback was but a stepping stone towards the journey of progress.
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Starting a weight loss journey can be both exciting and daunting. It's a path filled with hope for a healthier, happier self, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. One of the biggest obstacles many people face when embarking on their weight loss journey is simply getting started.
JulygwynetPublished about 8 hours ago in MotivationWhere is my drive to do better
Before I met him, I would say that I had a drive to do better, to be the best that I can be. To try and reach my goals. I would tell people if you don't like something, then change it. Otherwise, don't complain about it. I said that and I meant it. During covid, I took the time to focus on my health. And I lost over 50 pounds. I always wanted to be a writer. And I was able to both write a book, but self-publish it on Amazon. In my past, I have done so much to go towards my goal. I am not a perfect person. There have been many times in my life that I found myself stuck in where I was in life. Even when I was with him, in the beginning, I would listen to him talk about how he wanted to do all these things. So I would say to him, 'if you want to do it, then start it, otherwise stop complaining about it'. I feel like I had such drive, and now I'm not sure where it went. I want that drive back, that drive to push myself, that drive to do better. I feel like he beat it out of me. But that doesn't mean that I have to stay this way.
Talara NolanPublished about 11 hours ago in MotivationFinding Refuge
The calm in the center of the storm — that’s the image that comes to mind when she thinks of these two words - Safe Space. Everyone needs a safe space, a sanctuary amidst life’s chaos.
Niniola TakuroPublished about 13 hours ago in MotivationBeyond the Horizon: A Journey of Motivation and Discovery
The world of film is a place where boundless imagination reigns supreme, and within it lies an inspiring narrative about finding the drive to succeed and uncovering one's true self. This tale follows a filmmaker who refuses to give up on their vision, armed with an enigmatic script that holds immense potential for personal growth through the pursuit of their dream.
Wahidullah OmariPublished about 15 hours ago in MotivationThe Haunting Motivation
Amidst the creepy silence of a deserted ancient estate, emerges a tale that combines motivation and terror - one that reveals how fear was conquered, bravery discovered, and an unfaltering pursuit for a dream once buried deep.
Wahidullah OmariPublished about 15 hours ago in MotivationThe Call of the Wild: A Journey of Motivation and Nature's Wisdom
A story of motivation and the wisdom found in nature takes shape amidst an old growth forest, where a tired wanderer encounters something enigmatic that changes their life forever.
Wahidullah OmariPublished about 15 hours ago in Motivation
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