Chapter 1: Engaging Narratives Await

Greetings to all passionate readers and aspiring writers! Welcome to Episode #86, a collection brimming with captivating tales that you won't want to overlook. We appreciate your valuable feedback on our last edition, and we’re excited to announce that we’ve welcomed over 150 new contributors.

In today’s edition, I took the opportunity to share a personal narrative reflecting my enthusiasm for media, virtual reality, and augmented reality in film production. I hope you find it enjoyable.

One standout piece for me today was by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz, a mentor I deeply respect. His latest article tackles profound questions with clarity, making it a must-read for anyone looking to enhance their storytelling skills.

As of yesterday, our ILLUMINATION curators gathered all boosted stories from February, showcasing our hard work and dedication to bringing these pieces to life. Additionally, I’ve included 13 new boosted stories along with links to older ones for a richer reading experience on ILLUMINATION-Curated.

Dr. Yildiz recently shared a roundup of Technology Hits publications, featuring works from February, and introduced two of my favorite authors, Shirley Willett and Dr. David Mokotoff. Their interviews are also available for you to explore.

I’m thrilled to announce that my short story about SORA received an organic boost, much to my delight as a filmmaker. This innovative AI tool has garnered positive attention, and I appreciate everyone who shared its link on their social media platforms.

As a boost nominator, I previously highlighted Dr. Joan Naidorf's impactful stories, and today I’m covering the exceptional work of Jozsef Kovacs as part of my initiative to promote wider distribution for our writers. I’m confident that readers will appreciate these beautiful narratives, and aspiring writers like myself can learn from them.

Our newsletter is now live, shared via Dr. Yildiz’s tech account on Medium and also available on Substack. Please consider sharing it within your networks. These newsletters provide monthly updates and insights for newcomers to our community.

If you missed Dr. Yildiz’s heartfelt open letter inviting non-members to join, I highly recommend engaging with it and sharing it widely. It’s crucial that his message reaches a broader audience as we aim to boost our readership.

Like me, Mike Broadly, DHSc, enjoys these interviews, and he has compiled a collection of his favorite reads. Here’s the link to his remarkable selection.

Every interaction and share increases our collective visibility, so I urge you not to underestimate the impact of your engagement. My goal is to enhance reading times and engagement for these stories, so I encourage you to select pieces that interest you and support the authors.

You can also explore captivating collections curated by our senior curator, Mike, who showcases stories he has read.

I recently updated a piece aimed at inspiring writers to share their biographies, as our audience enjoys learning more about the authors behind the words. I look forward to promoting your bios as well.

ILLUMINATION-Curators are excited to announce a new collection for our Reading Club, filled with engaging stories.

Chapter 2: Daily Sharing List — Volume 86

I volunteered to compile a sharing list for this collection, making it easy for you to share on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Reddit, or Quora. You can find all our sharing platforms through Dr. Yildiz’s story link.

These stories reflect both my personal favorites and those nominated by our dedicated team of editors, writers, and readers. As a publication, ILLUMINATION maintains a neutral stance toward all published stories, which means we cannot feature over one million stories but strive to amplify as many remarkable ones as possible daily.

Here are the nominated stories for today! I believe you will find something that meets your reading desires.

Chosen Stories from ILLUMINATION Writers Today

• An Old (Effective Yet Problematic) Medication Might Bring New Hope for Obesity Epidemic If Used Properly by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
• Less Spoken Nuances of DHEA Hormone with Informed Perspectives from the Literature by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
• Here's How I Improved My VO2max After My 60s with Persistence and Guidance by Mike Broadly, DHSc
• Finding Comfort in Blocks: How Minecraft Eased My First Time Loneliness and Intense Grief at 17 by Aiden (Illumination Gaming)
• Why It Took 55 Years for the Latest Moon Landing (Part 2) by David B. Grinberg 🇺🇸
• Complimenting The Insecure by Ruby Noir
• Repose From Writing — Gödika Letters IV — July 4, 1806 by The Doctor - Joanie Adams
• What The Dalai Lama And Archbishop Desmond Tutu Can Teach Us About Finding Joy In Troubled Times by Wendi Gordon
• The Hidden Logic of Emotional Intelligence by Thomas Oppong
• Paddle Wheels by Dr. John Frederick Rose
• Summer & Moonflower Vines by Pernoste & Dahl
• The M.O. of the GOP: Live by the Hornswoggle, Die by the Hornswoggle by John Worthington
• Time Rifts 51/ Power Play by Frank Ontario | empathy, logic, love
• How You Can Stay In Touch With Old Friends by Floyd Mori
• Breathing With Earth On The Roof Of Our World by Rebecca Romanelli
• Your Side Hustle According To Your Zodiac Sign by Arlo Hennings
• The Happiness Formula of Okinawa: From Longevity to Contentment by Nam Nguyen
• Are You A Big Fish in a Small Pond or a Small Fish in a Big One? by Nishith Goyal
• 25 Algorithms Every Programmer Should Know by Ali Uzman
• Zen in the Chaos by Amy Barlowe
• Definition of true and unconditional love by Anthony R.
• The power of good posture: How proper alignment transformed my life by Anton Lacheta
• History of Leap Year by Bill Petro
• Decision Fatigue and ADHD by Brandon Slade
• How I Became a Bird Watcher by Brian Dickens Barrabee
• From Intuition to Existence: Binswanger's Evolving Phenomenological Approach by Carl Georg Solberg, PhD
• Intuitive Eating by Céline Libuda
• Psychedelics and Brilliance: Why Are Gems Precious? by Cristiano Luchini
• An Optimal Way to Solve Sleep Issues Is Understanding the Roles of Cortisol, Melatonin, and… by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
• Honoring the Legacy of Black Inmate Cowboys in Texas! by Freda Savahl
• Nothing Is Unthinkable by Dan Kadlec
• When was the last time you did nothing at all? by David Hip
• Are You Able To Earn $5,000 Monthly With It? by Digital Mindscape
• Why Dogs Are Always Happy? by Divinely Guided
• How the things you own end up owning you by Doug Utberg
• War Within Thyself by FirzandHer2cents
• Sensational Fried Chicken Cooked in a Cast Iron Skillet by Lawson Wallace
• Memories of School by Hashi's Diary
• What is SEO? Search Engine Optimization by Iftekar Shoeb
• My "Hitler" Mother by Jahan
• "I See Through My Eyes, Not With Them." by James Boylan
• Right Person, Wrong Time by Jasmine
• Giving the Moon its Day in the Sun by Jeff Miller
• 2030 Agenda: No Progress? by Jenni
• You Don't Have to Go It Alone by John Cunningham
• My Personal Journey: Mastering the Art of Communication by Karma Lewinsky
• How To Earn Money Using Digital Marketing In 2024 by Krupali Patel
• Your Dark Side (Part 1) by Letters From Barry
• What is the difference between Talisman, Amulet and Charm? by Magick & Witchcraft Academy
• Chaos of Letting Go by Marielle Diala
• Ops Lessons 01 — The Backbone of Business: Why Operations Management is Essential by Mark E Sharp
• Apple to Release New MacBook Airs With M3 Chip by MartinRaymondo
• Top 5 Remote Jobs in 2024 by MRCOLLINSFX
• The Spark of Genius by Msfireballsmom
• Enough with the Hitler comparisons by Noel Holston
• When Luck Turns Its Back by Philip M - I
• You're Not an Imposter — You Simply Lack Self-Confidence by Ram Mo
• Artificial Idiots by Rich LaFleur
• A dozen limericks by Rick Whitaker
• What I Learned From My Divorce(s) by Rona B
• What Makes Some People Take the Road of Estrangement? by Rosa Diaz-Casal
• Aaron Bushnell's Sacrifice and Self-Immolation as Protest by Rosalyn Morris
• My 6 New Favorite Musical Artists of 2023 by Ruled By Venus
• Growing Up in the Outskirts by Sanchari Pait
• Top 19 Inspirational Quotes by Marcus Aurelius by Sufyan Maan, M.Eng
• Advice Given To a New Citizen Friend Confused Me Most, Perhaps I Should Ask For My American Advice… by The Momma Dom
• A Cell is An Organism, But Not For the Reasons You Know by The One Alternative View
• Freebird by Virginia L. Fuentes
• Why I Chose to Become a Friend of Medium by Yana G.Y.
• 7 Effective Ways To Get Rid Of Cheap Dopamine by Yaqoob Ahmad
• I prefer winter and fall when you feel the bone structure of the landscape — the loneliness of it… by zizi majid
• The Boost on Medium: Answering Most Frequently Asked Questions for Beginners by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz

Thank you for exploring these incredible stories!