My Favourite 3, Out of 269 Stories

About women and speaking to women, but oh so instructive for men too.

Aleksandra M. Killy
ILLUMINATION

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Photo by Štefan Štefančík on Unsplash

I read 10 times more stories than I wrote. 269 read, 27 written.

… since the end of August when I joined the Medium partner programme.

There is nothing I enjoy more than a good story.

And since you are on this platform, chances are you share my affinity for tales that resonate. So get cozy, grab a cup of your liquid of choice, and relish the words that unfold in the three stories below.

I am using the term “story” rather than “article” for a reason.

When I refer to a “story,” I’m emphasising a narrative centered around a personal experience. In this context, the storyteller weaves lessons and morals into the fabric of their account. An “article”, as I use the term, leans towards a more didactic approach. It tends to teach by offering examples derived from personal experiences as illustrations.

The “story” relies on a holistic and immersive experience while the “article” breaks down experiences into examples to convey specific teachings.

The better the writer the subtler the difference.

The former approach appeals to my heart and mind equally while the latter utilises…

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Aleksandra M. Killy
ILLUMINATION

Plant-powered yogi & meditation enthusiast. Eternal seeker. Writes about relationships, mindfulness in human messiness, art, health. smartfoodbyk.com/en