Discover Aiden's Latest Findings: Episode #167 Unveiled
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Chapter 1: Welcome to Episode #167
Greetings to all passionate readers and enthusiastic writers! In this 167th episode, I am excited to share some of my top picks alongside community-nominated stories that cater to the devoted audience of ILLUMINATION Publications on Medium. Below, I will provide links to these treasures after a brief overview of our publication's ongoing initiatives.
As a volunteer editor, curator, and media coordinator for ILLUMINATION publications, I engage with various platforms such as Slack, Discord, YouTube, and other specialized social media channels like Reddit and Quora. My role involves supporting our writers and readers, ensuring our publications thrive and remain dynamic. I also manage two of my own publications—one focused on gaming and another dedicated to videos and podcasts.
Today, I came across an unexpected open letter from Dr. Yildiz while preparing to share my e-book with gaming friends across borders. His letter highlights a pressing issue we need to address.
After a lengthy period, I finally found a moment to gather the stories that received a boost in May, and I am confident that you will enjoy this special collection.
Yesterday, our diligent editor, Mike Broadly, DHSc, released his inaugural newsletter for the Health and Science publication, which he passionately oversees. It appears this new publication is thriving. Here's a glimpse of his impressive newsletter! 😊
Look at the remarkable performance of his publication! 🔥 It's outshining my own gaming publication, and I must admit, his stats do spark a little envy. 😍 Nevertheless, I am genuinely thrilled for him—he certainly deserves this success for his hard work. 👏 Check out the May 2024 stats for Health and Science on Medium.com.
Dr. Yildiz recently introduced three remarkable writers: Payal Koul, Abhishek Biswas, and Øivind H. Solheim. Below are links to their interviews.
- Interview with Øivind H. Solheim
- Interview with Payal Koul
- Interview with Abhishek Biswas
You can explore many more interviews featured in the collection.
In a recent piece, I discussed the benefits of gaming for seniors, drawing from my nostalgic experiences with my grandparents. Here’s a humorous take from Mike on my insights.
After focusing on publishing and curation, I penned two brief pieces—one about gaming and another on tech—to keep my writing skills sharp, as most of my time is dedicated to publication efforts.
Yesterday marked the addition of over 150 new writers to our community. I introduced them at the end of the previous collection and will introduce another group of 150 today. Our community now boasts over 30,000 writers contributing to our publications. It's important that we support these new voices.
Our new Medium newsletter is set to launch, and we’ll also promote it via Substack. Dr. Yildiz shared it from his secondary account and introduced a new service called Priority Publishing, aimed at time-sensitive content that may interest some readers.
ILLUMINATION-Curators compiled the monthly boosted stories for May.
Mike also shared a new collection that included a thought-provoking story mirroring my previous discussion on ethical dilemmas in the medical field.
One of my favorite reads came from Dr. Yildiz, where he elaborated on how intermittent fasting could alleviate digestive issues I experienced before adopting this approach. His arguments are backed by compelling evidence from recent scientific studies. Here’s a friend link for non-members.
Today, Mike wrote about my favorite subject—yes, GAMING! He published it as his first piece on ILLUMINATION-Gaming, aimed at inspiring seniors like my grandparents. Let's give him a round of applause for his insightful story; it has the potential to change lives for seniors.
Recently, I’ve also enjoyed Mike's inspiring articles related to health and science.
- 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 delve into more of his stories from this list.
My recent article covers the quirky adventures of young Sheldon, who appears to be shaking up social media with a religious shift.
I also contributed a tech-related piece.
Writer Introductions
Today, Mike introduced writer/editor Lawson Wallace, who has long been a part of our publications. I also introduced him on YouTube back in 2022.
Meet the following new contributors:
- Karen Goldfarb
- Naya Monroe, MA, LCDC-I
- Tejus Yakhob
- Dr. ADAM TABRIZ
- Jack Kammer, MSW, MBA
- Joshua Mason
- Seda Anbarcı
- Dr. Emmanuel Ogamdi
- Jozsef Kovacs
- Davor Katusic
- Thomas Allen Moon
- Sneha Nagre
- Zondra Dos Anjos
- Ani Vals
- Ammara Hassan
- Sridhar Pai Tonse — Leadgen Coach for Tech Startups
Selected Stories to Enjoy
I was particularly moved by Dr. Yildiz's latest memoir today; it is both inspiring and meaningful.
His new article on Design Thinking for Artists is truly remarkable.
Not long ago, he wrote a potent satirical piece addressed to scammers. They’ve returned with spam, prompting him to respond with an even sharper satire.
Last weekend, I compiled a collection of our boosted stories from the past two weeks, featuring 30 new gems that I believe you will love.
Here’s a brief piece on gaming to keep my writing skills sharp:
Why I Believe Gaming Can Be Healthy If Played Correctly
Additionally, I wrote about a recent ransomware cyberattack affecting an Australian healthcare organization. This incident mirrors a similar event from a few years ago, where hackers compromised our personal and health data on the dark web.
Another Hit by a Ransomware Cyberattack in Australian Healthcare
I crafted a short piece aimed at game and sci-fi enthusiasts, which I believe will be enjoyable:
Halo: Redshift Is a Cooperative Halo Campaign Mod
Check out Mike's latest collection filled with fantastic stories.
Mike's Favorite Stories on ILLUMINATION Publications — #120
One of my favorite contributions was by Lawson Wallace, featured in ILLUMINATION-Curated. I appreciated it greatly, especially because he has made significant strides on YouTube and generously shared his experiences. Lawson has been an editor at ILLUMINATION for a while, providing invaluable support to our writers.
My Unexpected Success on YouTube Has Given Me the Courage to Dream Bigger
I also read insightful research pieces addressing critical topics impacting our health, penned by Dr. Yildiz.
- 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 Mortality Among Young People
Mike curated my story alongside an emotional piece that resonated with him, inspired by some Australian films. 🦘
An Exceptional Story That Brought Tears to My Eyes Today
For those unaware, Dr. Yildiz sent an invitation from his secondary account, Dr. Mehmet Yildiz (Tech). It is truly inspiring, and I will briefly introduce the publication below, including 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 and has volunteered to serve as an editor for ILLUMINATION. We need more experienced editors like him.
Meet Dr. Adam Tabriz, MD, on Health & Science Publication of ILLUMINATION
Dr. Tabriz has established a new specialized publication. Let’s celebrate this achievement and encourage contributions from writers and readers alike. More details will follow soon, and you can apply using our usual writer registration portal.
Increasing Membership Through Our Efforts
Dr. Mehmet Yildiz shared links to some of his boosted stories to inspire non-members to join Medium. He encourages other writers to compile similar collections with friend links and share them on ILLUMINATION-Curated or other publications. Here’s his invitation.
- Friend Links to My Sample Boosted Stories for Non-Members of Medium.com - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- Friend Links to the Boosted Stories of Pernoste & Dahl
- My Boosted Work on Medium with Friend Links - Joshua Mason
- My Sample Stories for New Readers of ILLUMINATION-Curated - 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 writers from the Lampshade that monetization of content from that publication is no longer permissible. Human-generated content remains unaffected.
POLICY: No More Monetization of AI-Generated Content on Medium.
Daily List for Sharing — Volume 166
I took the initiative to create a sharing list for this collection, allowing you to easily promote it across platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Reddit, and Quora. You can find all our sharing resources through this story link by Dr. Yildiz.
Our editors and curators elaborated on how we promote non-boosted stories, which constitute over 99% of our content. I play a crucial role in enhancing visibility for these stories. Thank you all for your support that keeps me advancing on this incredible journey.
Here are our outstanding and nominated stories for today! I believe you will find something that meets your reading interests.
My Favorite Stories from ILLUMINATION Writers Today
- Emerging Concerns of Elevated Uric Acid on Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Impotence, & Dementia - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- Scientists Develop Powerful New Compounds to Address Visceral Fat and Inflammation - Mike Broadly, DHSc
- As an AI Student, I Am Terrified of AI - Oliver Lövström
- History of D-Day: 80 Years Ago - Bill Petro
- SUPREME Supplements I recommend for Men and Women in the gym - Blaine Layne
- The Amazing Benefits of Meditation - Blair Abee
- Healing My Childhood Through My 6 y.o Nephew - bluesapphire
- Falling Is Freedom - Amy Christie
- This One Household Item Completely Changed My Garden - angela w
- Nuances of Serotonin Syndrome: Experts Warrant Caution for Elevated Serotonin Levels - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- Unveiling the Secrets of Longevity: From Ancient Legends to Cutting-Edge Science - Dr. med. Titus Maniera
- Flawsome is the New Awesome - Rosa Diaz-Casal
- Rediscovering the Fearlessness of Childhood to Achieve Fulfillment in Life - Emeka Promise
- 5 Strength Training Exercises for a Muscular Chest — From Beginner to Advanced - Michael Esco, PhD
- The Birth Of The Master - TheSilkRoads
- Tolkien Is Even More Impactful Than You May Think - Kris A.
- The Non-subtle Challenges of Being a Solopreneur That You Should Know - Jothi PM
- Beyond Boundaries: PDE5Is and Nitric Oxide's Promise in Lowering Dementia Risks - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- Why Understanding Peanut Allergy Matters for Children, Parents, and Teachers - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- 5 Reasons I Enjoy My Retirement Years More Than Working Ones - Mike Broadly, DHSc
- Finding Comfort in Blocks: How Minecraft Eased My First Time Loneliness and Intense Grief at 17 - Aiden (Illumination Gaming)
- How I Decided When to Go Back to Graduate School - Dr. Jena Pugh
- A Novel Way of Learning - Dr. Preeti Singh
- How Writers and Bloggers Transition to Become Published Authors - ILLUMINATION-Curators
- Why It Took 55 Years for the Latest Moon Landing (Part 2) - David B. Grinberg 🇺🇸
- Why Writers Need Personal Publications - ILLUMINATION
- Death Becomes Us All - K. Joseph
- Loss - Alexandra Gratsas
- Where Stars Talk to the Endless Sea - Amy Christie
- Holy Shit Someone Sees Me - Bev Benyamin
- Do You Major in Minor Things? - Bob Phillips
- Medium Does Not Have An Algorithm - Colin Douglas
- Two Deep Questions About The Nature Of Now - David Hip
- Unlocking the Power of Intuitive Business Coaching: How Modern-Day Psychics Empower Entrepreneurs… - Deborah Holmén
- Having Relationship Problems? These 5 Languages Might Help. - Devsomesh
- These Are The 3 Main Reasons Why We Revert To Our Bad Habits - Emerzi
- Nostalgic look at Foden Steam Trucks. - Dr. John Frederick Rose
- The Choice-Power Paradox - Emily Sheen
- The Unspoken Challenges of Married Life: Insights from Women's Perspectives - Emotion Live
- Navigating Love with a Mentally Ill Partner - Libby Shively McAvoy
- You Will Not Be Remembered. Here's Why It Means Freedom - George "Ace" Acevedo
- In Crime Ridden Cities Shooting Someone is Called Resume-Building - Deborah Camp
- Aries & Aquarius. - Hannusedit
- Announcement of 100+ New Writers Joining ILLUMINATION Today #37 - ILLUMINATION
- Why Are We Still Working 40+ Hours a Week? 🕰️ ️ - Jason Gutierrez
- Misdiagnosed: How Many "Bipolar" People Are Actually ADHD or AuDHD? - Jennifer Nelson
- How to Avoid Your Newsletter Landing in the Spam by Using the Wrong Words - Jerry Keszka
- What He Wants To Be Now That He's Grown - Scarlet Ibis - James 🦩
- It Tells About Separation Light and Paper
- The Impact of Dementia on Families and Caregivers - Lilly Rose
- How to Write Viral Articles and Blogs - ILLUMINATION
- Making of a Midlife Crisis, Step 3 - M. A. Neeper
- An Overview of My 3-Pronged Approach to Lower Dementia Risks - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- 29-Day Fling with Simplicity and the Surprising Boost in Productivity - MAGDALENA PONURSKA
- "I See Through My Eyes, Not With Them." - James Boylan
- The Only Thing Stopping You, Is You - Mil Hoornaert
- A Poem/Prayer/Hymn For the Day After February 29 - Noel Holston
- My Body Image Confessions - Nova Lundgren
- Day 11 of 30 Days Writing Challenge About How I Spent My Day - Prakriti Sharma
- The Key To Security is Not Where You Think - Renni
- What Is Insulin Resistance/Sensitivity & Why Should We Care About Them - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- Nestor Makhno: Embracing a symbol of hope - Rich LaFleur
- The Great Fortress of Shoxn - Rosemary
- Whoever Forces Himself To Endure — Allah Will Make Him Steadfast: S.a.n.a.h
- Echoes of a Stranger's Love - Sergej Klementinovski
- 4 Steps TO Winning The Inner Game - Sifawu Usikalu
- This Gentleman Made $1400+ in His Fourth Month on Medium - Sufyan Maan, M.Eng
- Dear Future Worker - Tom Kane
- Do you like Solving Word Search Puzzles? - Tonia Bakare
- The Boost on Medium: Answering Most Frequently Asked Questions for Beginners - Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
My Recent Stories on Health and Science as Samples
- Under the Influence: The Alarming Surge of Alcohol-Related Deaths in the UK
- Medical Betrayal: Anaesthesiologist's Lethal Injection Exposes a Deadly Trust Breach
- Can You Imagine a Cambridge-educated MD Having Sex with Multiple Women at His Surgery?
- Contaminated Blood Scandal in the UK: Up to 6,520 Souls Infected with Hepatitis C
Thank you for engaging with these remarkable stories.
Dr. Yildiz has conducted numerous interviews with writers, so if you wish to be featured, please reach out to him on Slack or contact me, and I’ll relay your message.
Quick Updates for Highlights of Our Publications for New Writers
Here’s our onboarding pack, which contains everything you need to know.
Master Copy: Onboarding Information for 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 consistently discover gems within 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 should refer to the attached list featuring insightful and practical stories authored by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz.
New writers, if you need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact me on Slack or our Discord server. I’ve included information about these platforms below.
An Introduction to ILLUMINATION Slack Workspace
ILLUMINATION Discord: Video Introduction to Beginners
Communicate and Collaborate with Writers on the Illumination Discord Server
About Me
I write articles focusing on gaming, filmmaking, social media, and design. Additionally, I am a YouTuber. Thank you for subscribing to my channel for updates on my Medium posts. I’ve also created a new website to share my content freely and promote the stories of writers contributing to my Medium publications. Let’s connect on Twitter and LinkedIn.
I oversee two publications on Medium—one dedicated to video gamers and another for YouTubers and podcasters. I also contribute to Illumination Integrated Publications as a volunteer editor, partaking in collaborative efforts within the Slack Workspace.
If you’re interested in writing for my publications, you can submit your applications via this link. Please include your Medium ID. Additionally, consider becoming a Vocal+ member to monetize your content. I also enjoy utilizing email marketing through Cliqly, which is my affiliate link.