Engaging Insights from the Medium Community: A Weekly Review
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Chapter 1: A Creative Salutation
Dear "Medians",
This week, I present a reimagined version of my weekly writing.
Preamble
The term "Medians" creatively encapsulates the vibrant Medium community of writers, admins, and readers. I discovered this phrase recently and thought it fitting to incorporate it into my weekly summary.
Firstly, what are your thoughts on this term? Do you find it intriguing, innovative, or perhaps too ordinary? Additionally, I propose a playful twist by suggesting we adapt the name to "Medianites."
To explore how this term originated, please click below to read the article titled "It Happened on Medium: March roundup."⬇️
This piece was authored by the Medium Staff and featured on the Medium Blog. Special thanks to Amy Widdowson, VP of Communications, and the Medium team for this insightful contribution.
The Power of Imagination
As I type these words, I envision myself as the leader of a significant community, addressing my fellow "Medians" and "Medianites." Thus, I say:
Dear Medianites,
"It brings me great joy to share the latest happenings in our ongoing journey towards enhancing this wonderful platform and our community at large."
"These events unfolded over the past week (from Saturday, April 20th to Friday, April 26th, 2024) as we strive to make Medianites the happiest individuals around."
The Events Unfolded
First, the piece titled "I Was Off the Medium for a Day but it Seemed Like One Week" was published by the Wake. Write. Win. team, under the guidance of the wonderful Editor Janis Gross. Kudos to them for their hard work.
This article delves into the significant challenges of maintaining consistent writing on Medium, especially from a developing country with various economic and infrastructural challenges.
Click to read more below.⬇️
Next, we have the article "How I Stammered and Stuttered While in Primary School," published by the Write A Catalyst team, led by the inspiring Editor Bin Jiang. Hats off to them for this touching narrative.
This story recounts the author's struggles with stuttering during childhood and how he overcame this difficult experience.
Click below to discover more.
Following this, the story "The Dangers of Being Honest in a World of Flagrant Falsehood" was accepted by the Spot On Pub, under the articulate guidance of Editor Frankie Pendles. Kudos to her for shedding light on this important topic.
This narrative explores the risks associated with honesty in an increasingly dishonest world.
Click below to read.⬇️
Next, we have "How a $2 Gift Miraculously Brought Me Back to the Medium," published once again by the Wake. Write. Win. team. Kudos to them for their continued effort.
This piece effectively illustrates how even a small gift can have a profound impact.
Click below to explore.
Following that, we witnessed an unprecedented "four in one" story, which were entries for a contest organized by the Write A Catalyst Publication.
In this contest, Editor Bin Jiang generously offered a percentage of his April earnings to three potential winners.
Click here to learn more about the contest.⬇️
The entries included:
- My Favourite Colleague
- When Sleep Knocks
- When Poverty Whips You With Hunger
- She Was 'Married' To A Ghost For Years Without Knowing It
Each of these pieces promises an engaging reading experience, both individually and collectively.
Next, we saw the publication of "Knowledgeable But Not Wise," presented by Express Impact, founded by the innovative Editor Sompa Mensah. Kudos to him and his new publication.
This article lists twenty reasons why there are more knowledgeable individuals than wise ones. It’s a must-read!
Click below to read.⬇️
To wrap up, we have the story "There are Levels of Love," published by the Reaching Hearts Pub and its tireless Founder/Editor, Mike Sansone. Kudos to him for this heartfelt piece.
In this narrative, the significance of love is emphasized for all readers and writers on Medium, as well as the world at large.
Finally…
A big thank you to Bin Jiang and the New Pub Welcome team for their efforts in publishing this report.
Thank you for taking the time to read my reflections.
Support my work in any way you can—literally, figuratively, or financially.
Chapter 2: Educational Insights Through Video
This video illustrates how to trace the medians of a triangle and find its centroid, showcasing the intersection of geometry and art.
This video explores the advantages of filter medians, offering valuable insights into their practical applications.