Chapter 1: Welcome to Episode #166

Greetings to all dedicated readers and passionate writers! In this 166th episode, I've gathered some of my favorite narratives alongside those nominated by our esteemed editors and wonderful readers. Below, you'll find links to these stories following a brief overview of our publication's recent activities regarding publishing and curation.

As a volunteer editor, curator, and media coordinator for ILLUMINATION Publications, I wear several hats, assisting on platforms such as Slack, Discord, YouTube, and other specialized social media outlets like Reddit and Quora. I take great pleasure in nurturing our community of writers and readers, enhancing the vibrancy of our publications. Additionally, I manage two of my own publications—one focused on gaming and the other on videos and podcasts.

Today, I carved out some time to compile the boosted stories from May, and I believe you’ll find a selection of enjoyable reads in this unique collection.

Our diligent editor, Mike Broadly, DHSc, has just released his inaugural newsletter for the Health and Science publication, a project he is deeply invested in. It appears to be thriving! Here’s a glimpse of his impressive newsletter 😊

Look at how well his publication is performing 🔥 It's even surpassing my gaming one! I must admit, I'm a tad envious 😍, but I'm thrilled for him—he truly deserves this success due to his relentless efforts. 👏 Here are the May 2024 stats for Health and Science on Medium.com.

Recently, Dr. Yildiz conducted an interview with the remarkable writer Payal Koul, whose insights inspired me as an aspiring writer. I aspire to write and speak with the same confidence she exhibits.

You can discover more interviews like this in the attached collection.

Chapter 2: Monthly Highlights

The ILLUMINATION Curators compiled the monthly boosted stories for May. Mike also shared a fascinating story that surprised me, reflecting similar themes to my previous piece on ethical dilemmas in the medical field.

One of my standout favorites was Dr. Yildiz’s explanation of how intermittent fasting can alleviate digestive problems—a topic I can personally attest to after experiencing its benefits. For non-members, here’s a friend link.

Today, Mike wrote about my favorite subject: gaming! He published it as his debut piece for ILLUMINATION-Gaming, targeting seniors like himself. Let’s celebrate his inspiring story, which could greatly benefit seniors like my grandparents, who are enjoying gaming immensely.

Recently, I’ve also enjoyed Mike’s inspiring writings on health and science, including:

• The Sobering Truth: Alcohol's Well-Known Links to Cancers
• Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment: Delivering Proteins Inside Cells with Hybrid Nanotubes
• Global Health Crisis Deepens: Alarming Spike in STIs Overshadows Progress on HIV and Hepatitis
• How Improving VO2max Highly Enhanced My HRV in My Golden Years

You can explore more of his insightful pieces from this list.

Additionally, I recently penned a humorous piece about young Sheldon, who seems to be shaking things up on social media.

I also crafted a tech-related article.

We have also introduced a talented new writer on Medium, Karen Goldfarb, who is not new to the craft. Let's also welcome Tejus Yakhob.

Mike introduced one of the contributors to his Health and Science publication, Naya Monroe, MA, LCDC-I, who is relatively new to Medium but experienced in writing. Let's extend a warm welcome to her.

Naya authored a beautiful piece on music therapy that was published in Health and Science.

I was particularly moved by Dr. Yildiz's recent memoir, which was both inspiring and significant. His new story on Design Thinking for Artists is noteworthy. He also wrote a powerful satirical piece addressing scammers that has garnered attention.

Last weekend, I compiled a collection of boosted stories from the last two weeks—30 new gems that I think you’ll enjoy.

Here’s a brief article I wrote about gaming to keep my writing skills fresh:

Why I Believe Gaming Can Be Healthy If Played Correctly

And here’s a short piece regarding a recent ransomware attack on an Australian healthcare organization, reminiscent of a similar incident a few years back when hackers compromised our personal and health data on the dark web.

Another Hit by a Ransomware Cyberattack in Australian Healthcare

I also created a short piece for game and sci-fi aficionados that I believe gamers will appreciate:

Halo: Redshift Is a Cooperative Halo Campaign Mod

Here’s Mike’s latest collection featuring numerous great stories.

Mike's Favorite Stories on ILLUMINATION Publications — #120

One of my favorites was by Lawson Wallace, who shared his journey on YouTube and the progress he’s made. As many of you know, Lawson has been an editor at ILLUMINATION for a long time, supporting our writers.

My Unexpected Success on YouTube Has Given Me the Courage to Dream Bigger

I delved into several enlightening research articles authored by Dr. Yildiz that address crucial health issues impacting our well-being:

• Why Black Youth Die from Asthma 7 Times More Than White & Potential Solutions
• Research into Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the US Indicates in All-Cause of Mortality Among Young People

Mike curated my story alongside an emotional piece that resonated with him after watching some Australian films. 🦘

An Exceptional Story That Brought Tears to My Eyes Today

If you haven’t heard of Dr. Yildiz's new publication, he also sent out an invitation from his secondary account, Dr. Mehmet Yildiz (Tech), which I found quite inspiring. Below, I’ll briefly introduce this publication along with submission guidelines.

Invitation to a New ILLUMINATION Publication Called "Health & Science"

Invitation to Writers: A New Pub Named "Health & Science" Part of ILLUMINATION Group

Top 10 Stories Published on Health & Science Publication for Friends of Medium

Mike introduced Dr. Adam Tabriz, who contributes to his publication. Dr. Tabriz has also volunteered as an editor for ILLUMINATION. We certainly need more experienced editors like him.

Meet Dr. Adam Tabriz, MD, on Health & Science Publication of ILLUMINATION

Dr. Tabriz has established a specialized publication. Let’s congratulate him and consider contributing as writers or readers. More details will follow soon, and you can apply using our usual writer registration portal.

In our ongoing efforts to increase membership, Dr. Mehmet Yildiz shared friend links to some of his boosted stories to encourage non-members to join Medium. He also recommends that other writers create similar collections with friend links to post on ILLUMINATION-Curated or other publications. Here’s his invitation.

Friend Links to My Sample Boosted Stories for Non-Members of Medium.com by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz

Friend Links to the Boosted Stories of Pernoste & Dahl

My Boosted Work on Medium with Friend Links by Joshua Mason

My Sample Stories for the New Readers of ILLUMINATION-Curated by Aiden (Owner of Illumination Gaming)

Gill McCulloch's Top Boosted Stories on Medium.com With Friend Links for Non-Members

As a significant update, we have informed the writers of the Lampshade that they can no longer monetize their content from that publication. Human-generated content remains unaffected.

POLICY: No More Monetization of AI-Generated Content on Medium. Daily List for Sharing — Volume 166

I volunteered to compile this collection for easy sharing on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Reddit, or Quora. You can find all our sharing links in this story by Dr. Yildiz.

Our editors and curators have outlined how we promote non-boosted stories, which comprise more than 99% of our content. I play a significant role in this visibility effort, and I appreciate everyone’s support that keeps me on this incredible journey.

Here are the wonderful stories nominated today! I believe you will discover something that fulfills your reading desires.

My Favorite Stories from ILLUMINATION Writers Today

• Emerging Concerns of Elevated Uric Acid on Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Impotence, & Dementia by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
• Scientists Develop Powerful New Compounds to Address Visceral Fat and Inflammation by Mike Broadly, DHSc
• History of D-Day: 80 Years Ago by Bill Petro
• SUPREME Supplements I Recommend for Men and Women in the Gym by Blaine Layne
• The Amazing Benefits of Meditation by Blair Abee
• Healing My Childhood Through My 6 y.o Nephew by bluesapphire
• Falling Is Freedom by Amy Christie
• This One Household Item Completely Changed My Garden by angela w
• Nuances of Serotonin Syndrome: Experts Warn Caution for Elevated Serotonin Levels by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
• Unveiling the Secrets of Longevity: From Ancient Legends to Cutting-Edge Science by Dr. med. Titus Maniera
• Is It Possible to Lose Weight Without Diet And Exercise? by Pritam Laskar
• How Your Significant Other Influences Your Eating Habits by Libby Shively McAvoy
• Why I Call Myself a Global Citizen by Rebecca Romanelli [nominated by Mike from another pub which we loved]
• Update on Re-launching My Etsy Stores by Dr. Tracy Davis
• Here's How I Improved My VO2max After My 60s with Persistence and Guidance by Mike Broadly, DHSc
• What Car Shows Mean to Me and How They Enriched My Life by Aiden (Illumination Gaming)
• My Father Taught Me to Swim by Lisa Duffy-Korpics
• How Xbox's Video Game, Skate, Helps My Special Needs Son Safely Navigate His Environment by Alexandra Christensen
• MY GAY BROTHER: The Hero of My Life! by HERZ magaZine
• Either a Story Gets Boosted or Fails from My First Year Experience by Davor Katusic
• I Asked Hairdressers: What Should Everyone Know About Their Hair? by Dr. Christine Dimoff
• The One Consistency in the Value of Festivals is Human Connection by Dr. Preeti Singh
• Gearing up for Palindrome Week in April 2024: Fun Facts and More! by Dr. Tracy Davis
• The Great Romantics Of Any Age; A Lover Once, A Lover Twice; Love To Love In Modern Age — Morning… The Doctor by Joanie Adams
• Prioritizing Moments and Finding Meaning in the Mundane by Edward Reid — Writer, Historian, and Philosopher
• This is Mary's Room by Ali Alzahrani, M.Sc., Editor
• Neurocomputing: The Potential of Brain Organoid Reservoir Computing for Solving NeuroHIV by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
• Goals Become Fun With This Mindset by Donnie Van Meer
• Selling Myself Short by Bear Kosik
• "You're Everything To Me" is a Warning You're Walking Down a Dead End Road by Rebecca Romanelli
• Almost Screwed for Easter by Brian Dickens Barrabee
• When Did It Become Illegal to Smoke in Your Car? by James Jordan
• Her Son Saw Her in the Shower, and The Sky Was Falling Down by Mike Broadly, DHSc
• My Autistic Son Wore The Same Clothes For Two Years by Toni Tails
• A Brilliant Philosopher Explains How the World Can Heal by Andy Murphy
• Is Meditation a Key Success Factor in Business? by Sridhar Pai Tonse — Leadgen Coach- Tech Startups
• The Only Time to Live Your Best by Tamil
• Getting Sober Was Hard by David Steitz
• Paddle Wheels by Dr. John Frederick Rose
• He's Such a Faffinator by Tree Langdon
• Let's Talk about Atheists and Firm Believers in the God of Abraham by Marcus aka Gregory Maidman
• I'm Mentoring Women In Tech Startups: Dedication For Inclusive Growth by Niko Kivelä
• Hippies Never Die — Free Verse by Brooklyn Muse (editor)
• Turning Impatience into Peace by Frank Ontario | empathy, logic, love.
• Media Mindfulness by Dee
• If a person is very poor, you can tell by looking at his Whatsapp account. Don't believe it. by 2bebetter
• 5 Reasons to Leave the UK by Adam
• Marvel Rivals Is a Brand New Hero Shooter Game Featuring Marvel Superheroes by Aiden (Illumination Gaming)
• A Devoted Father Prepares a Lavish Dinner by Freda Savahl
• Dear Self (Letter 9) by Geetanjali Singh
• Do You Know What's Easy? by Glyn Bawden
• This Birthday My Only Wish Is This by Hifreequencyvibez
• There are only three certainties in life — Death, Taxes and Job Loss by Ian Beckett MSc
• Happiness And How To Get It And Keep It by James Boylan
• House Plant: A Poem by Jasmine
• Loneliness Affects Over 50% Of Us— How Is This Possible? by Jason Olofsen (The Happy Psychologist)
• 10 Ways Your Brain Upgrades Due to Reading Novel Nest
• Sleep Deprivation is Not Your Friend by Petr Sobotka
• I Love When I Can Prove My Narcissistic Mother Wrong by Quinn's Kaleidoscope💜
• 3 Tips I Learned From Failing Flight Attendant Training 3 Times! by Real Talk Tina💓✈️🏠
• I'm Finally Living My Childhood Dreams — It's Great to Regress! by Renee Lauren
• I Quit Drinking because Everybody Told Me I was so much Fun while Drunk by Rick Par
• Golden Rosemary
• Books: An Invitation to a Conversation by Ryan Breen
• Understanding Taxes: 3 Strategies to Lower Taxes and Maximize Wealth by Salma AB
• When Breath Turns Into Memory by Sapna M
• When Should You Use Cold or Heat Exposure in Your Exercise Routine? by Sevan Topalian
• The Other 999 by Shayla Renee 💖
• Desperation is No Good? Here is How You Secure Your First Job by Sheamus Aaren
• 7 Proven Techniques That Experienced Men Use To Make Women Addicted by Sheila Rose
• From Head to Toe — 9 Ways Narcissistic Abuse Can Mess With Your Health by Simply.A
• How to Unleash Your Creative Genius by Stan Khan
• Why Am I Dedicated to Improving My Sleep Quality? by Sufyan Maan, M.Eng
• Praising And Blessing, An Underrated Tool by The Nerd
• Bits And Pieces Of My Life by Tom [email protected] I love stories!
• Exciting New Marvel Game Promises to Make Your Nerd Dreams Come True by Toni Tails
• How People Win Better Roles and Get Paid Higher Salaries by Tser Dennis
• Harnessing the Timeless Wisdom of Great Minds for Today's Success by Tyler Lubben BBA
• Stingy Clappers by Velvetstar64
• This Mindset Shift Tames Impostor Syndrome by Wayne Basinger
• Revenge is Poetry by Yoni Gebru
• Finding Comfort in Blocks: How Minecraft Eased My First-Time Loneliness and Intense Grief at 17 by Aiden (Illumination Gaming)

Chapter 3: Quick Updates for New Writers

Here is our onboarding pack covering everything you need to know.

Master Copy: Onboarding Information for New Writers

Introduction to New Writers

Now, let's extend a warm welcome to the new writers who joined us today. You can access the latest collection below and follow their accounts if their stories resonate with you. I often discover gems in these collections.

Announcement of 200+ New Writers Joining ILLUMINATION Today #49

A Special Welcome to New Writers on New Year's Day from the Chief Editor

A Special Welcome to New Writers on Christmas Day from the Chief Editor

New writers may refer to the attached list featuring many insightful and practical stories authored by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz.

New writers, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me on Slack or Discord if you need assistance. I’ve outlined these services below.

I also enjoy introducing writers on YouTube. If you're interested, please contact me on Slack or Discord. Here’s some information about Slack and Discord:

An Introduction to ILLUMINATION Slack Workspace

ILLUMINATION Discord: Video Introduction to Beginners

Communicate and Collaborate with Writers on the Illumination Discord Server