Monday Motivation
Curated Stories to Inspire, Illuminate, and add Joy to Your Week!
My name is Ann and I am an editor with Illumination publication. This post is my hand-picked list of articles that stood out for their amazing content!
Kickstart your week with this list of 15 fabulous stories that inspire, motivate, teach, and add joy to your life!
Some of these articles might not be your usual cup of tea, but do check them out with an open mind. Diversity of thought and new ideas will help you with all facets of life — writing, work, career, innovation, and relationships! Who knows you might find your next favorite writer in some of these stories!
Of course, it is a tough choice to select just 15 out of the vast (but fabulous) list we receive. My selection process was to include only stories that have been submitted recently, NOT been featured in our previous “spotlight” sections and no writer bios. I also left out news, horror, or anything negative, to add a deliberate dose of positivity to your lives!
Without further ado, here is this week’s list.
1] Life in Sweden.
Ever thought about living in Europe and/or the Nordic countries? Here is a first-hand perspective from Imran Bangash, from his time living in Sweden.
2] Writing Inspiration
2] Looking for some writing inspiration? See how one of our members Matthew Taylor used a 30-day challenge to push out of his comfort zone, and his experience from a “content consumer” to “content creator”.
3] Stop chasing money on Medium!
Tired of reading stories about others making $$$ on Medium? Try looking at a completely different metric which is far more valuable. Personally, this metric helped me become a better writer and indirectly boosted my earnings, too! Solid advice from Joshua Idegbere.
4] Looking for remote work?
Check some of this list of sites created by Desiree Peralta. You may know these sites, but you might not recognize their potential as niche job boards.
5] Diplomatic NO.
We often find ourselves accepting obligations we don’t like because it is hard to decline in a polite or diplomatic way. See how Daniella Mini’s son aces this process with ease and grace!
6] Life = Programming.
You may have heard many analogies for life — football, parenting, cooking. But did you know programming is also a metaphor for life? Whether you are a techie or not, you will relish this comparison by Lorida Cito.
7] Success Principles from Legally Blonde!
Whether you loved the movie or dismissed it as just another brainless chick-flick, this article by Amy Cubbon presents some perceptive takeaways from the movie that are amazing pointers to an extraordinary life!
8] Don’t wait for happiness to find you!
Sinem Günel presents her takeaways for life, as part of a book review.
9] Love and hopes for our kids.
We all wish the best for our kids. Here are a mom’s hopes for her daughters. Simple but beautiful thoughts by Niru will resonate with all parents.
10] Asian obsession with piano playing!
Ever wondered why so many Asian kids take up the piano? Hear from An Nguyen about how this skill helped him learn a valuable lesson for life!
11] Productivity Advice for Wannabe Authors
Tim Maudlin teaches you how to write books quickly and easily.
12] Upgrade your leadership skills.
Want to step up in life and become a respected leader? Get some coaching on how to become a leader, by Bill Abbate.
13] I love Masks.
As the rage over masks continues, here is a unique perspective from Roz Warren who LOVES to wear masks! If you are as surprised as me, then read this article to learn why…
14] Don’t judge a book.. or poem!
A funny poem to start the week by Chirag on something she loves. Spoiler alert — lookout for the unexpected and quirky twist in the end.
15] Write Better, about Anything!
In this piece, Melissa-Jane Nguyen guides you on how to write about anything, whether you are an expert or not.
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Until next time, Adieu! Have a fabulous week ahead!
