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Writer's pictureFaiz Faisal

Tuesday Tea: My Short Stories Inspiration


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I’ve always been captivated by stories—whether they stem from my own life, something I overhear, or even from within the depths of my dreams. Writing these short stories on my blog feels like a way to capture moments and memories I’d hate to let slip away. Here's how it all began and the inspirations that continue to fuel my storytelling.


1. Dreams as Doorways to Stories

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been able to recall my dreams with an almost photographic clarity. It’s like watching a film in my sleep, with vivid scenes and characters that linger long after I wake up. Sometimes these dreams are strange, sometimes surprisingly relatable, but they're always intriguing enough that I feel a strong urge to capture them on paper before they vanish.


This ability to remember and retell my dreams is both a blessing and a bit of a mystery. I’m not sure if it’s a condition or just an overactive imagination, but it feels like a gift I want to honor. Documenting these dreams on my blog ensures they’re never lost to time. I love that I can return to these “night stories” and find a piece of myself and my subconscious, preserved.


2. Inspiration in Everyday Moments

Beyond my dreams, there’s also so much inspiration to be found in daily life. Family gatherings, conversations with friends, or even snippets from a stranger’s chat that I overhear can plant the seed for a story. There’s something powerful in these small, unguarded moments. Sometimes, just a single sentence or a laugh exchanged between strangers can set my imagination on fire.


Writing these stories on my blog helps me celebrate the seemingly ordinary aspects of life, reimagined and given new context. It's a way to turn life's little moments into something memorable and meaningful, even if they started as just an overheard whisper in a coffee shop.


3. “What If” Endings: Reimagining Movie Magic

Then, of course, there’s the influence of movies. I love watching films, especially ones with complex characters and storylines that make me think long after the credits roll. But every now and then, I’ll come across a movie that, while brilliantly done, leaves me unsatisfied with its ending or makes me wonder “what if?” So, I’ll take that story’s essence and reimagine it, crafting my own version that plays out the way I wish it had on screen.


These reimagined endings are a chance for me to play with storylines and characters and explore all the “what could have been” scenarios that might have brought a different kind of closure or surprise. I love the freedom this gives me to take a finished story and make it my own, reshaping it to fit my vision.


Writing these stories on my blog is about more than just documenting ideas; it’s a way for me to keep hold of my memories, dreams, and musings that might otherwise fade with time. By putting these stories out there, I hope they bring some intrigue, entertainment, or perhaps even inspiration to others who read them. My blog is my archive of dreams, thoughts, and “what ifs,” capturing pieces of myself that I want to keep forever.

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