Read Short Pain / Problems / Adversity Stories
listed below in order of the date they were published, with new stories first.
TW: self harm. This is my first attempt at writing lyrics for a song. I hope it's not too heavy:)
This story could be very triggering for some, so please read with care and stop reading if it feels overwhelming. TW: suicide, implied child abuse
covered in the chains... as the devil that once sat on my shoulder.. laughed at my face... laughed at my broken heart... i'm a failure in love...
Mini-Saga | 100 Words! | "I’m bitter. I don’t feel at ease. It’s no wonder why I ask, am I good enough?" - Bitter - By Regan F. Upton
A story about to rival assassins, with such an intense hatred for each other that they killed each other
A persuasive piece written from a teacher's pov on the unequal distribution of funding in public schools
The story was inspired by a true event. This is Maya's experience; she tells me about her traumatic history and how she became a target of objectification. Due to privacy, I have not used the original name of any individual or place.
This is a poem written by my 17 year old son who is suffering from OCD. Please let me know how you feel from this as I want to understand more about his thoughts. Many thanks!