Gratitude and Unexpected Success: A Journey of Self-Discovery
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Chapter 1: A New Beginning
In May 2021, I embarked on a journey of sharing stories and poems on Medium nearly every day. It was a fulfilling experience, and I diligently followed what I believed were the necessary steps to succeed. My initial earnings were modest, starting at $10 in the first month and climbing to $15 in the second. By the third month, I had reached $22! Like many others, I anticipated my earnings would continue to rise steadily, perhaps while enjoying a refreshing vodka lemonade.
However, August brought a disappointing $12, and my attempt to serialize a novel fell flat, leaving me feeling disheartened. Personal challenges further complicated matters, leading me to abandon posting in November and largely forget about Medium.
Then, a few weeks ago, I began receiving numerous notifications via email. Readers were engaging with my content, offering claps and comments. At first, I brushed it off, but the notifications kept coming. Eventually, I discovered they were all in response to a story titled "Pool Parties and Big Boobs," which I had published on August 18. This tale, drawn from my days as a cab driver, is also featured in my book "6 to 6," released a couple of years ago by Terror House Press, which has earned me enough royalties for a few cases of beer and a roasted chicken.
Curious, I checked my Medium profile and found that the story had experienced a remarkable surge, earning $65 within just two weeks—more than all my previous stories combined since starting on the platform.
After enduring various hardships, this unexpected success nearly brought me to tears. The following day, my earnings increased to $80, along with a few additional dollars from my other posts. With some luck, I hope to surpass the $100 mark in January, all thanks to a story that had gone largely unnoticed for the four months prior.
The mechanics of this sudden success puzzle me. My story hadn’t even been highlighted for further promotion. Did someone influential offer a kind word about my work? Or perhaps the algorithms decided to show me some grace after a series of unfortunate events?
While it may seem trivial to celebrate a $100 milestone, I’m genuinely grateful. I also recognize that such occurrences are not likely to become a regular trend, especially since it's the only story I have focused on the topic of big boobs.
I want to express my gratitude to those who took the time to read my work. This newfound attention has reinvigorated my passion for writing, motivating me to start posting regularly again, even if it means returning to the $12 monthly earnings club.
Section 1.1: Reflections on Creativity
Creativity often ebbs and flows, influenced by both external and internal factors. It’s essential to embrace the fluctuations and remain open to inspiration, even in unexpected ways.
Subsection 1.1.1: The Role of Community
Section 1.2: Looking Ahead
With renewed motivation, I am eager to explore new topics and share more stories. The connection with readers brings a sense of purpose that fuels my creativity.
Chapter 2: Embracing New Opportunities
In this compilation titled "THANK YOU GOD, MY TITS ARE BIG AND I AM HOT," viewers celebrate body positivity and self-confidence. It serves as a reminder of the joy that can be found in embracing oneself.
Another engaging video, "Heavy Boobs (feat. Rachel Bloom)," humorously explores themes of body image and self-acceptance, contributing to the ongoing conversation about beauty standards.