Curated Insights: A Collection of Engaging Stories for Readers
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Today, we present a thoughtfully curated selection of stories for your reading pleasure, encompassing a variety of topics. We appreciate your engagement with the creative works of our contributors. New writers have joined our community, and their profiles are listed at the end of this bulletin.
We encourage you to explore their profiles and offer your support if their narratives resonate with you. Collaborative efforts and meaningful interactions enhance the experience for both writers and readers within the Medium platform.
ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications is a diverse and inclusive space that welcomes writers of all skill levels, from novices to seasoned authors, all contributing to enrich the reader experience. Our community comprises over 20,000 writers.
We invite all ethical writers to join us, with the freedom to participate or withdraw as they see fit. Our primary aim is to provide a platform where you can share your stories.
For those who missed previous collections, you can find the links below: - Curated Collections #177 - Curated Collections #176 - Curated Collections #175 - Curated Collections #168 - Curated Collections #167 - Curated Collections #166
ILLUMINATION Amplifiers have released a new collection, which we believe contains valuable insights.
Hand-Picked Articles — 2023 #36
Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers.
Update on Lampshade of Illumination
We have published the conduct guidelines for the Lampshade of Illumination. If you utilize AI tools for writing and editing, the following article may be beneficial. We advise reviewing these guidelines if you intend to contribute to the new publication.
Publishing and Conduct Guidelines for the Lampshade of ILLUMINATION
Additionally, please familiarize yourself with our AI-generated content policy, which is crucial for writers employing AI software.
AI-Generated Content Policy for ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium
Our readers prefer content created solely by humans, which is why we established a new publication dedicated to supporting writers experimenting with AI tools, named the Lampshade of Illumination.
If you wish to contribute to this new publication, please comment "Please add me to Lampshade" in our writer registration form, including your Medium ID.
All our publication rules apply here as well, so please review the onboarding pack, particularly the photo handling policy.
Illumination Gaming and Illumination Videos and Podcasts
The lead editor, Aiden, has curated collections for our new publications, Illumination Gaming and Illumination Videos and Podcasts, selecting engaging stories that we believe will captivate you.
Curated Video and Podcasts Stories on Medium #2
Curated Stories from Illumination Gaming Publication #2
We recently celebrated the third anniversary of Illumination, founded by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz on March 19, 2020. Editor Aiden has compiled notable stories in his piece and created a short YouTube video titled My Tributes to Illumination’s 3rd Anniversary.
ILLUMINATION-Curators have gathered informative and engaging stories from our unique publication, ILLUMINATION-Curated, which supports experienced writers.
ILLUMINATION Reading Club #2: Curated articles from writers of Illumination Integrated Publications on Medium for enthusiastic readers.
Our objective in creating these collections is to provide readers with diverse options and assist writers in expanding their audiences by connecting them with avid readers on Medium and beyond.
Sample collections from ILLUMINATION-Curator include: - Hand-Picked Articles #190 - Hand-Picked Articles #191 - Hand-Picked Articles #192 - Hand-Picked Articles #193 - Hand-Picked Articles #194 - Hand-Picked Articles — 2023 #30
The team has posted 25 collections this year, along with other contributions from various editors.
First editorial bulletin of ILLUMINATION Videos and Podcasts publication
10 Inspiring Stories Published on Illumination Gaming Publication
Tech Stories on Technology Hits #5
Featured Stories from SYNERGY
Our publications support writers at all levels, promoting collaboration and synergy within this platform. Beginners can enhance their skills by learning from accomplished authors. We uphold a policy of not censoring content, provided it adheres to Medium's guidelines.
Our policies include: - No Defamation, Discrimination, and Hate Speech Published - Zero tolerance for plagiarism on ILLUMINATION - Why Image Copyrights Matter for Writers and Editors
Dr. Mehmet Yildiz has conducted interviews with several prominent writers. The latest is with John D. Leavy, a bestselling author.
An Interview with John D. Leavy, Best-Selling Author
Here are the last three samples: - An Interview with Dr. Yogesh Haribhau Kulkarni, PhD - An Interview with Author, Raymond M.E. Aguirre - Here’s an Interview with Hakima TANTRIKA.
If you are a regular contributor and wish to be featured or interviewed, please reach out to our chief editor via our Slack workspace.
Interviews with Writers of Medium
New Writer Communication
In response to reader feedback, we have added new writer introductions and writing-related articles to the end of this collection. This post serves as a communication tool for both readers and writers. New writers are advised to review Master Copy: Onboarding New Writers.
Some writers have neglected to include their Medium IDs, making it difficult to locate them by name. If this applies to you, please re-apply, and upon receiving an invitation to Slack, contact our chief editor, Dr. Mehmet Yildiz, to gain access to our publications. We cannot add you without your Medium profile name.
ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications encompass ILLUMINATION, ILLUMINATION-Curated, ILLUMINATION’s MIRROR, ILLUMINATION Book Chapters, Technology Hits, SYNERGY, Readers Hope, Illumination on YouTube, Illumination Gaming, the Lampshade of Illumination, ILLUMINATION’s Blog, and the personal publication of our chief editor, EUPHORIA.
Readers can easily find their favorite authors by pressing Ctrl+F in the browser search tool.
Featured Stories from ILLUMINATION Today
The Brain Doesn’t Like 10 Disruptive Things - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz I Finally Got Covid. It’s Worse than I Thought. - Tim Denning 4 Life Lessons We Can All Learn From The French - David Gerken If You Give These Things Up Your Self-Image Will Shoot Through The Roof - Ayodeji Awosika Taco Bell’s Tacky, Awful Idea That Actually Works - Sean Kernan 7 Questions About America (from My Danish Husband) I Just Can’t Answer - Anastasia Frugaard The Terrifying Events That Will Happen Before 2050 - Matt Lillywhite You Won’t Succeed on Medium (and Life) If You Keep Doing These 3 Things - Sinem Günel How to Grasp the Stunning Lack of Object Constancy in a Covert Narcissist - Melissa Kalt, MD What to Expect from the Shingles Vaccine - Nancy R. Gough, PhD Moral Ode For The People Of Good Will - Agustín Muñoz-Sanz MD Self-Care And Patient Engagement: Why Do We Need Them?! - Dr. ADAM TABRIZ What’s in it for me? - Cedric Johnson, PhD How to be a Great Escape Artist - Arlo Hennings, Ph.D. The Dream and The Reality - Dr. Preeti Singh 2 Minutes in the Morning for a Better Day - Dr. Stacey Maples How to Move From Deficiency to Growth in Maslow’s Scheme - Mark Sanford, Ph.D. Me and My Queen Anne - Carolyn F. Chryst, Ph.D. Helping Children Understand What Is Happening Today - Dr. Deborah M. Vereen Starting Your Artful Journey - Dr. Nicole Randick FOYOS — Focus on Your Own S*!$ - Hollie Petit, Ph.D. How to Explore the Songlines of Gaia - Dr. John Frederick Rose Expressions - Dr. Fatima Imam List of 30-Day Challenges You Can Start Today - Sufyan Maan, M.Eng How To Create A Six-Figure Income And Take Back Your Free Time - Paul Myers MBA Thanks to AI, Photoshop Received a Significant New Feature - Aiden (Illumination Gaming) Are You a Spiritual Badass? - Rebecca Romanelli I Impulsively Joined a Dragon Boat Team - Becca Dorn-Medeiros, EdS The Surprising Truth About Spain vs the US: The Grass is Always Greener - Livia Dabs RN,MSc Here’s What People Fed Babies Before We Had Formula - Bebe Nicholson Ways in Which White Bosses Suffocate Black Talent - Rebecca Stevens A. A Medium Surprise: Comments Are Sometimes the Bigger, Better Story - Melinda Blau Meet Psychologist Cedric Johnson, Ph.D. on ILLUMINATION — Medium - ILLUMINATION-Curator 16 Wonderful Publishers For First Time Authors - Geri Spieler The Best Way to Lose Body Fat — According to Science - Ange Dim Letter to a Wannabe Writer - Tree Langdon Capital-Based Tech Companies Are Slowing Down and Shifting Focus - Annie Wegner Collection of Curated Stories on ILLUMINATION - Joe Luca Starr Andrews - Trials to Triumph - EP McKnight, MEd How the Age of Extinction Can Be Overcome by Abundant Adaptation - Desiree Driesenaar Analyze Your Medium Follower Stats with This Tool - Meriç Melike Y?lmaz Letting Go and Surrendering: How to Have Emotional Freedom - Mary Beth Hazeldine 5 Reasons to Let Go of Your Niche - Jennifer Geer How to Make a Cup of Tea - Gareth Willey I Lost $7500 This Summer To Start A YouTube Channel. Hear My Story So You Don’t Repeat My Mistake. - Raymond M.E. Aguirre 30 Signs You Are Healing - Surekha Chandrasekhar Science vs Philosophy vs Art - Adesh Acharya Now Is The Time For You To Know 6 Signs That Your Productivity Is Down - Nuno Campos Here’s How I Train My Brain Daily for Mental Clarity and Intellectual Productivity - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz How To Make Adult Friends And Keep Them - Ashley Tavares Law Enforcement Warns of Gas Thefts Amid High Gas Prices - B.R. Shenoy Is the ‘Age of Atheism’ Making Our Lives More Meaningless - Calum James Why NewsBreak Might Be a Platform to Land Some of Your Nicely Written Words - Cathy Coombs We Just Keep Running It Back - Destiny S. Harris The Perfect Welcome Email to Introduce Your Creative Brand - Elna Cain Another Football Player Is Shot And Killed At A Party - Floyd Mori How I Caught the Travel Bug - Gerad Carrier The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy of the Last Week on Medium - Gerald Sturgill How I Trick My Brain To Learn New Languages - Gokhan Yalcuk Home Decarbonisation - Groupe Intellex 8 Proven Tips to Improve Your Career Development - Hidayatullah Cuba — the Art of Revolution - James Marinero Are You a “Content-Preneur?” - Jeff the Content Coach See How You Can Make More Money By Changing The Way You Think - Jennifer Thompson Men Still Love Intelligent Women - Justin Stinnett A Taboo Thing To Do — According to Many Medium Gurus - KL Simmons I Wish I Were a Bird - KSHernandez The Proust Challenge — Libby Mitchell - Libby Mitchell Your Happy Life Makes the World a Better Place - Jennifer Pierce The Ugly Side Of Airbnb - Lanu Pitan I Use My Good China Every Single Day - Deborah Camp