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My Review of Fool Me Once on Netflix

393 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Review TV Series Books
  1. Fool Me Once on Netflix is an adaptation of a novel by Harlan Coben.
  2. Harlan Coben, an American writer, has written many books and has a disciplined writing routine.
  3. The series, although taking place in England, is based on the work of an American author.

You Don't Have To Be Nice To Win

314 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Stories Human behavior Social Interactions
  1. Being nice is not always necessary to succeed in certain situations. Sometimes, a more assertive approach might be more effective.
  2. Building connections with others can be a mix of being open and assertive, rather than just trying to please everyone.
  3. It's important to be genuine and authentic in interactions with others, even if it means expressing opinions that may not align with everyone.

I Review My Stay At Holiday Inn Express Jamaica - JFK - AirTrain - NYC, An IHG Hotel

452 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🏝 Travel
  1. The front desk clerk at the hotel did not readily address concerns about a free shuttle service, causing frustration for the guest.
  2. The guest had to request to change their room due to noise issues, leading to a night of discomfort and worry about the structural integrity of the building.
  3. The guest felt conflicted about the entitlement of requesting a room change in an empty hotel, questioning if they deserved better.
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On My Phone

1120 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🕹 Technology Devices Subscriptions
  1. The author is considering getting rid of their iPhone.
  2. The post is about the challenges the author faces with their phone.
  3. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to access more content from the author.

The Broken Glass Blues

766 implied HN points • 31 May 23
🎭️ Culture Friendship Personal Stories
  1. Friendship can blossom unexpectedly in unique circumstances.
  2. True friends are those who accept all parts of you, even the difficult ones.
  3. Meaningful friendships allow you to be your authentic self without judgment.

How to Write a Novel

569 implied HN points • 14 Jul 23
📚 Literature Writing Novels
  1. Most novels need to really impress the reader.
  2. Many writers believe the third novel will be their best work.
  3. Finishing a novel, even if the process feels wrong, is key.

Huge Travel Errors

648 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23
🏝 Travel Mistakes Experience
  1. The post discusses huge travel errors and a last-minute airport arrival drama.
  2. The writer shares an experience of almost missing a flight due to a misunderstanding of the departure time.
  3. The post encourages readers to subscribe to support the writer and enjoy more content.

On Being Cornered

668 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Personal Essay
  1. Being cornered can be uncomfortable and undesirable.
  2. It's important to consider ways to avoid feeling trapped in situations.
  3. Sometimes, interacting with people who are not very engaging can lead to feeling cornered.

My Motherhood My Parking Lot

628 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
  1. The author visits a friend with two children aged 13 and 16.
  2. They share a moment from their day and mention enjoying picking up the younger child at a convenient location.
  3. The author expresses excitement about an upcoming event.

This Week In Women And Luxury

511 implied HN points • 19 Feb 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Luxury Women
  1. The post discusses a conversation about luxury shopping, mentioning a friend who bought an expensive coat.
  2. The writing reflects on past experiences of exchanging written work for money.
  3. The author expresses admiration for a friend who paid a high sum for an 800-word story.