Lifestruggles Stories

Tamil based - Fully English narrative Ravindran-once a carefree teen, now a 34-year-old pillar of responsibility-has spent his entire youth raising his three siblings after a tragedy shattered their world. His strictness hides years of silent wounds. Saranya, his wife and first love, steps into this chaotic home as both anchor and catalyst-balancing affection, quiet strength, and the scars of a love story that waited more than a decade. SaiShakthi, razor-tongued and fiercely loyal, carries her own burden: a sacrificed CA dream and the responsibility of guiding Nithya's future, even as they bicker like sworn enemies. Vikram, the hot-headed medical student, is unaware of the truth of his own adoption, yet he is the silent backbone of the family who never celebrates but always stands guard. And somewhere outside the frame lurks Vasumati, the sister whose elopement fractured the family and whose choices continue to echo through the siblings' lives-even in her absence. When Nithya, brilliant yet stubborn, chooses a school with no proper teachers just to stay with her friends, the delicate balance of the household begins to shift. Shakthi's audit work takes her into the heart of the school's darker realities, revealing cracks larger than she expected, and fears Nithya refuses to voice. Amidst milk deliveries at dawn, whispered quarrels, unspoken sacrifices, and unexpected moments of tenderness, this family learns that love is not always loud. Sometimes it is a quiet battle-fought in kitchens, classrooms, and the memories no one dares to speak of. This is a story of wounded siblings trying to heal, of a marriage built on second chances, of a teenager hiding truths behind a bright smile, and of a woman who must confront her past to protect her family's future. A multigenerational Tamil family saga filled with emotion, wit, resilience, and the complicated beauty of unconditional love.

A body full of scars, a soul desperate to be free. She navigates rooms that feel like cages, loves that feel like chains, and memories that refuse to quiet themselves. In fragments of pain, anger, and fleeting tenderness, she learns that survival doesn't always look brave- sometimes it's staying another day, sometimes it's letting go quietly, and sometimes it's simply learning how to breathe again. A lyrical exploration of trauma, love, and the fragile, powerful act of reclaiming yourself.

Love didn't save her. It found her when she no longer believed she deserved it. She grew up surrounded by warmth-a home where she was cherished, protected, and believed in. But the world outside her door was not as kind. Admiration turned into envy. Envy turned into cruelty. And slowly, the girl everyone praised became the girl everyone tried to reshape. Relatives compared her. Classmates corrected her. Friends taught her to shrink herself just to be accepted. And when she trusted the wrong person, love turned into something that broke more than it healed. Years later, she carries her life quietly-walls high, trust gone, heart tired. She believes love is something meant for other people... never for her. But she doesn't know the truth yet- that somewhere in the same city lives someone who understands her pain, someone who was broken for the same reasons, someone who refuses to lose his kindness no matter how cruel the world becomes. This is not a story about perfect people. It is a story about survivors-two souls who learn that love doesn't always come to rescue you. Sometimes, it simply stands beside you... and grows in the ruins. A slow-burn romance filled with healing, vulnerability, and the courage to feel again.

Sometimes I find myself thinking about the moments, the people and the lives I have quietly observed...the small joys, the hidden struggles, the love that remains and the dreams that are sometimes left behind. I wanted to give these thoughts a form to hold onto. So, I wrote this story. This story unfolds through Subarna and Ayaan. Subarna,who writes as 'Elora', is a girl carrying too many scars and too few witnesses. She is the silent strength of a broken home, the protector of her little sister and a heart that has forgotten how to ask for love. Ayaan, known in the literary world as 'Nivv' , appears golden on the outside, yet hides behind anonymity, finding solace in letters written to a stranger Elora who understands him deeply. Neither of them knew that Elora and Nivv are the very people they see every day. And when truths began to surface, they didn't not arrive gently. Love turned complicated, words became wounds and silence felt safer than honesty. As I wrote their story, I discovered fragments of myself hidden in their journey. Pieces of longing, hesitation, hope and quiet strength that I hadn't noticed before I began to reveal themselves on the page. And somewhere along the way, I realized that what I felt while telling their story might also touch you, maybe in a memory, a feeling or a quiet corner of your own heart. This is a story of hidden identities, broken homes, invisible pain and a love that begins in ink and searches for understanding. I hope it finds a quiet corner in your heart♡

How long will it take Juliet to leave this prison called marriage?. A marriage where's she's strip of her happiness and deprived of her own joy. Will she continue to turn a blind eye to the red flags and toxicity, self deluding herself and calling it love?.

He built an empire by controlling everything - except the memories that refuse to let him go. Between power, silence, and a woman he should never reach again, some absences demand a price.

Nut is a spoiled heir to a flower corporation who, after yet another scandal, is punished by being sent to "reform" at the family's flower shop. He's not a fan of flowers, people, or especially the ever-smiling florist in a wheelchair who brings him jasmine tea every day. But it seems that very tea is slowly melting the ice around his heart... Warning*: This is a fiction story! This is not in real life!

Quiet Strength is a raw and honest journey through the challenges, heartbreaks, and triumphs of life. It tells the story of resilience, self-discovery, and the quiet courage it takes to keep moving forward, even when the world feels heavy. Along the way, God sends signs that guide, comfort, and remind that even in the darkest moments, hope and purpose remain. This is a personal story of growth, faith, and the inner power that carries us through life's hardest moments.

In the heart of Nueva Esperanza, where two fractured lives converge, Skyllerine, a young woman burdened by a painful past, crosses paths with Larkin, a gifted but terminally ill painter with a mere fifteen days to live. Their initial encounters are marked by misunderstandings and secrets, but as they share laughter, dreams, and the beauty of art, a profound bond blooms. Together, they embark on a poignant journey to fulfill Larkin's bucket list, learning that love and hope can flourish even in the face of life's fragility.

My Pen Pal, Bulbasaur. Yes I know, "that can't be a name, it's from that kid's show Pokemon. Hey! Pokemon is life. Pokemon is love. Bulbasaur and I decided that we didn't introduce us through our real names but rather Pokemon. So just refer to me as Clefairy. This guy. And yes, it's a guy because we sent pictures to each other. He's amazing. He's my age living in Rome, Italy. My dream town, whilst I live in downtown New York. He's funny, charismatic and just freaking amazing. I think I'm falling for him. I mean he tells me he likes me more than friends, but it's just letters. Right? ~ © 2016 - penguin_elly: All Rights Reserved

Trying to figure out to go through life, without stressing over what life truly is.

All Alone" is a raw and emotional poem about isolation, heartbreak, and the struggle of carrying burdens alone. It explores the pain of feeling unsupported in a relationship, where one person bears the weight of life's challenges while the other remains distant and indifferent. The poem delves into the complexities of unspoken feelings, the exhaustion of trying to hold things together, and the realization that some things may never be fixed. A reflection on the silent battles we face, it serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of communication, empathy, and mutual support in any relationship.

CHUTZPAH is a collection of short stories inspired by one of the most unusual and intriguing words I ever learned - a word I first encountered in the 2014 Hindi film - Haider. To me, it captured the unwanted, shameless moments and chaotic encounters in everyday life, often leading to unsettling outcomes. Haider was one of the visual stories that ignited my fascination for storytelling. Vishal Bharadwaj's adaption of Hamlet remains one of the standout achievements in Indian cinema. Inspired by that, this collection explores drastic encounters, harsh realities, and endings that may leave you unsettled. Thank you for visiting CHUTZPAH - I hope you enjoy the stories.

"A raw and unfiltered exploration of pain, loss, and the small sparks of hope that keep us going. This piece dives deep into grief, struggle, and the fight to find light in the darkest moments. Honest, vulnerable, and real, it's a reminder that even in our heaviest days, there are reasons to keep moving forward."

Kev and his dog, Chief, arrive in Japan with nothing but a few yen and a history no one would want. They're searching for a fresh start - but the streets of Fukuoka hold more than unfamiliar faces and language barriers. In the quiet alleys and shadowed corners, something else is watching. Struggling to survive in a land that doesn't speak his name, Kev finds work, food, and fleeting shelter. But as strange entities flicker at the edge of his vision, he realizes starting over might come at a cost far greater than he imagined. Howl If You Made It is a gritty, emotional journey through survival, loyalty, and the thin line between reality and the unknown.

Riley Elizabeth Braxton (b. August 29, 1958-d. June 25, 2009) This book is based on the Life and Downfall of Riley. A misunderstood woman who had to go through hell. From her father's beatings to being falsely accused of child molestation. Riley had vitiligo which caused her to develop blotches on her arms and legs so she began using creams to even her skin out. She was abused physically, mentally, verbally, and emotionally by her father. She was also known for her plastic surgeries. Riley's hair was burned off during a concert promoting Pepsi in 1983 which resulted in her wearing hair extensions for the rest of her life. Riley married Michael Jackson in 1976 and they had many children together. Read about the singer's struggles to live a normal life, how she wasn't able to maintain adultly behavior. How she acted like a little girl in her adult years, how she was forced to get on stage and how she had one childhood friend, Michael. How they were together even in death.

Born in the world where poverty was her only inheritance little Amara grow up in a broken home fighting battle live threw at her before she even understood their name. Everyday was a struggle,hunger,ridicule and endless night of unanswered prayers, but deep down within her fragile hearts burned a fire too wild to be put out. With dreams bigger than her, circumstances and courage stronger than her fears she refused to accept the life she was given through tears sweats and countless sacrifice Amara clawed her way out of dust life buried her in, and built a destiny no one believe she could ever reach. This story of pain and perseverance of dreams and determination because sometimes the ones the world overlook are the very ones destined to shine the brightest

Life today is unfiltered, unforgiving, and full of illusions. Raw Truth is a first person journey through the chaos, loneliness, and hidden pain we all face but rarely admit. It's messy, personal, and relentless. An honest look at surviving, feeling, and confronting the world as it really is.