Writing
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Reflecting on My Year in Writing: Thoughts and Growth in 2024
2024 marked a transformative year in my writing journey. By embracing a freer, unstructured style, I discovered a deeper connection to my thoughts and ideas, blending prose and photography into a creative symphony. This post reflects on the projects and philosophies that defined my year and how they’ll shape my future writing endeavors. Continue reading
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Rediscovering the Art of Writing: The Unbound Power of Words
Writing is a unique journey, more than the pen or screen it begins with. Unlike arts tethered to tools, writing’s true power lies in the mind’s freedom, inviting intimate, unbounded self-discovery and a sublime connection that resonates deeply. This exploration unveils writing as both a personal refuge and an expansive discovery. Continue reading
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Chasing Summer’s Fading Light: Holding On to What Cannot Stay
In this reflection on the fleeting beauty of time, inspired by T.S. Eliot’s The Four Quartets, a photograph captures the delicate transition from summer to autumn. The image holds the quiet remnants of fading warmth, where past and future merge in a moment of serene, timeless connection. Continue reading
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In the Space Between
In a world where even the firmest ground trembles, we reach for something that will not vanish in the dark. These haikus are the whispers of longing—quiet, fragile hopes that the silence will hold, and the shifting winds will finally rest, if only for a moment. Continue reading
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How Aristotle’s Poetics Unlocks the Magic of Today’s Blockbusters!
This blog series explores Aristotle’s Poetics and its relevance to modern cinema and television. By analyzing the ancient concepts of imitation, recognition, and storytelling evolution, I connect Aristotle’s insights to popular films and TV shows, revealing how timeless literary theories continue to influence contemporary narrative forms. Continue reading
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Shayan Afzal 