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The Marathon of Life. AI-Generated.
When I first decided to run a marathon, I thought it would be easy. I pictured myself crossing the finish line with a smile, feeling proud and accomplished. What I didn’t expect was how grueling the journey would be. The first few weeks of training were manageable, even enjoyable. But soon, my muscles ached, my energy drained faster than ever, and the thought of running twenty-six miles felt impossible. I started to question myself. Why did I think I could do this? Maybe some people were just born to succeed, and I wasn’t one of them.
By Sudais Zakwan20 days ago in Motivation
Saudi Arabia Security Market: Digital Surveillance, Cyber Integration & Growth Outlook. AI-Generated.
According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, Saudi Arabia security market size was valued at USD 1.3 Billion in 2025. The market is projected to reach USD 2.9 Billion by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate of 9.41% during 2026-2034.
By Faisal Al-Harbi20 days ago in Futurism
Skills That Build Success: The Core Skills Behind Personal and Professional Achievement
Success in work and life does not come from luck alone. It comes from learning key skills and using them every day. The core skills behind personal and professional achievement help people grow, stay strong in hard times, and reach their goals. These skills are simple to learn, but they take practice. With time and steady effort, anyone can build a strong path toward success.
By Philip Raymond Baquie20 days ago in Motivation
Rising from the Ashes
A year ago, I had nothing. My small business had collapsed, leaving me with debt, a broken lease, and the overwhelming feeling that I had failed. Friends tried to comfort me, but no words could erase the sinking weight in my chest. Every morning, I woke up feeling smaller, like the world had shrunk around me, and every night I went to bed wondering if I would ever rise again. The hardest part was not the loss—it was the loss of belief in myself.
By Sudais Zakwan20 days ago in Motivation
The Knock at Midnight
I had been living alone in the old townhouse for almost a month when it started. It was a quiet street, and I liked it that way. The first knock came at exactly midnight. I was reading in bed, the only light coming from my bedside lamp, when a soft tapping echoed through the wooden door. I paused, thinking it must be a neighbor, though I didn’t expect anyone to visit so late. When I opened the door, the hallway was empty. Nothing but shadows and silence. I shrugged, assuming it was a branch or a small animal hitting the window, and went back to bed.
By Sudais Zakwan20 days ago in Horror
The Face in the Window
I noticed the face on the fourth night after I moved into the apartment. It was raining heavily, and the city lights reflected strangely on the glass. I had just finished dinner and was standing near the window when something caught my eye. For a brief second, I thought I saw someone staring back at me from outside.
By Sudais Zakwan20 days ago in Art
Shadows in the Attic. AI-Generated.
I had always loved old houses, so when I found one on the edge of town with a “for rent” sign, I didn’t hesitate. The place was charming, with creaking floors, high ceilings, and an attic that I was told had once been used for storage. The landlord warned me that the attic was dusty and dark, but nothing more. I laughed it off, thinking of the old horror movies I’d watched as a teenager.
By Sudais Zakwan20 days ago in Horror
The Phone Call at 3:17 A.M.. Content Warning.
I always kept my phone on silent at night. It was a habit I had developed to protect my sleep and my sanity. That is why the ringing at exactly 3:17 a.m. terrified me so deeply. It cut through the silence like a blade, sharp and sudden, dragging me out of a heavy dream.
By Sudais Zakwan20 days ago in Horror
