Careerstruggles Stories

An average-intellect IT girl, tinkering with a side project she barely dares to call a startup. Her days are swallowed by code and CAT prep, her nights by quiet wars with self-worth. She dreams of an empire-softly, secretly- but never loud enough to disturb reality. Because at 25, she is already behind. Behind the ones who built unicorns, who got into IIMs, who make Instagram reels about morning routines and million-dollar mindsets. She has none of that. Just a second-hand laptop, a crowded rented flat, and a voice she still hasn't learned to believe in. And then there's him. A lawyer. Sharp as a switchblade. He sits in courtrooms with mahogany walls, drives a black sedan, reads people like contracts he's meant to tear apart. Every second of his life is billable. Every look, calculated. He has no space for distractions, especially not in the form of awkward girls who speak too softly and fumble with their bag straps. But life has a strange way of stitching together two people who were never meant to meet- and yet, when they do, the silence feels less lonely. This isn't the story of prodigies. It's of two people still building themselves- and quietly, without even realizing, becoming each other's home.

She wasn't supposed to have power. She wasn't supposed to belong. She wasn't supposed to survive. Bullied, broken, and abandoned by the world, Aeryn always played the victim-because no one would believe the truth. But when her hidden magic ignites, tearing open a gateway to a multiverse ruled by ruthless realms and ancient secrets, everything changes. In a world where every teenager awakens their "realm-self" - a version of themselves with incredible power - Aeryn's is darker, more dangerous, and wildly unstable. Feared by the ruling powers and hunted by those who want to control or destroy her, she must decide whether to become the villain they say she is... or the hero she's desperate to be. But power born from pain has a price. And in a multiverse where trust is a weapon and betrayal lurks in every shadow, Aeryn will have to face her darkest self - or lose everything she's fighting for. Welcome to The Fractured Realms. Where the line between victim and villain blurs-and no one is truly innocent.

This isn't a love story - it's a story about holding on when everything feels like it's falling apart. Annie is just like many of us: sensitive, sarcastic, and trying to find her place in a world full of heartbreaks, family pressure, and tough choices. From school crushes to toxic relationships, from exam failures to endless expectations, her life is messy, painful, and beautifully real. Through every loss and every moment of healing, Annie learns to stand up for herself - again and again, even when it feels impossible. Heartstrings and Hangovers is for anyone who's ever felt overwhelmed, misunderstood, or "too much," but still found the courage to keep going. This is a raw, honest journey - one that doesn't promise perfect endings, only the kind of hope that comes from surviving.

Elara thought she had it all figured out- graduate, land a good job, and chase the future she had always dreamed of. But two years after finishing her degree, she finds herself stuck in a cycle of unanswered applications, well-meaning but suffocating family expectations, and the quiet fear that maybe she's not enough. As she drifts through long days of job hunting and silent battles with self-doubt, Elara also struggles to keep up with the world outside-navigating friendships that seem to be moving forward without her, a long-time boyfriend who reassures her but can't fully understand, and the growing pressure to have an answer to "What's next?" Dreams and Deadlines is a heartfelt journey through the in-between-the space between hope and disappointment, dreams and reality, expectations and self-discovery, and the delicate balancing act of love, ambition, and uncertainty.

When Eleanor is on the brink of being fired, she unexpectedly becomes the company's last hope during a high-stakes cyber attack. Armed with newly acquired hacking skills, she dives into a perilous situation to save the company from a crippling ransom demand. Her quick thinking and bravery lead to a dramatic recovery, but her victory is marred when a jealous manager steals the credit. With only days left before her departure, Eleanor is offered a new role by the enigmatic CEO. A luxurious dinner reveals unexpected depths to his character and a cryptic message sets Eleanor on a path of intrigue. As she uncovers hidden secrets and navigates corporate deception, Eleanor finds herself entangled in a web of mystery that could redefine her future. Will Eleanor uncover the truth behind the CEO's hidden agenda, or will she become ensnared in a deeper conspiracy? Dive into this gripping tale of betrayal, redemption, and the quest for truth.

Cecelia Domar is a voice actor trying to make her mark in Los Angeles. When she lands a role in a major video game, her career takes an unexpected turn, pulling her into a world of creativity, friendship, and unexpected challenges. As she navigates her new opportunities, Cecelia finds herself surrounded by a close-knit group of talented individuals (Critical Role) who help her discover more about herself and what she truly wants from life. But as her journey unfolds, she must confront the pressures of her growing career, the struggle to find balance, and the question of where she truly belongs. Roll For Fate is a tale of passion, perseverance, and the search for home in the most unexpected places.