Nostalgic and Impactful Stories as Curated for New Readers as a service of Friends of ILLUMINATION
Dear Subscribers,
We have started curating impactful stories of writers contributing to the ILLUMINATION Integrated publications on Medium and Substack.
In this episode we selected some most loved stories by our chief editor Dr Mehmet Yildiz. We will feature stories of our established writers as Friends of illumination support team.
Dr Yildiz wrote over 3000 stories and we only selected a handful and categorized them based on the main topics he writes on Medium. Thank you for reading and sharing!
Metabolic Health and Longevity
Remarkable Health Benefits of Long-Term Fasting
Remarkable Health Benefits of Long-Term Fasting
Here’s why I fast for ten days at the end of each year.medium.com
Understanding the Nuances of 4 Types of Obesity
Nuances of 4 Types of Obesity
I was thin but diagnosed with abdominal obesity and pre-diabetes in my younger years.medium.com
Six Tips for a Youthful and Healthy Life as We Age.
Six Tips for a Youthful and Healthy Life as We Age.
Fundamental steps leveraging healthy lifestyle choices and preventative measures with psychosomatic health principlesmedium.com
9 Essential Biomarkers for Preventive Cardiometabolic Health
9 Essential Biomarkers for Preventive Cardiometabolic Health
The unvarnished reality is that if we fail to take personal responsibility, our health will not be a priority for…medium.com
Mental Health
Here’s How to Make the Nervous System More Flexible and Functional.
Here’s How to Make the Nervous System More Flexible and Functional.
Practical ways to promote neural plasticity, modulation, integration, coordination, and regulation to lower the risks…medium.com
3 Steps to Regulate HPA Axis and Defeat Chronic Stress
3 Steps to Regulate HPA Axis and Defeat Chronic Stress
Accumulated stress, cognitive distortions, and unpleasant emotions can dysregulate the HPA axis and hormones, but we…medium.com
4 Reasons We Procrastinate and 10 Steps to Overcome Them.
4 Reasons We Procrastinate and 10 Steps to Overcome Them.
Understanding the reasons and the consequences can solve half of the problem, but the other half requires action.medium.com
Valuable Supplements and Powerful Molecules
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Rises, Concerning Me As It Was My Big Problem
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Rises, Concerning Me As It Was My Big Problem
Severe vitamin B12 (cobalamin) deficiency may cause anemia, depression, paranoia, delusions, memory loss, and…medium.com
4 Well-Research Benefits of Trimethylglycine (TMG) as a Methyl Donor Addressing Homocysteine
4 Well-Research Benefits of Trimethylglycine (TMG) as a Methyl Donor Addressing Homocysteine
TMG (betaine) shows great promise in enhancing cardiovascular, metabolic, and mental health, potentially boosting…medium.com
Leptin Therapy Historically Failed to Manage Obesity, Yet Research Into GLP1-RAs Brings New Hope
Leptin Therapy Historically Failed to Manage Obesity, Yet Research Into GLP1-RAs Brings New Hope
The potential of GLP-1R agonists to enhance leptin sensitivity in metabolic health suggests that reducing leptin levels…medium.com
Dyslipoproteinemia: Why an Abnormal LPIR Score Might Be a Valuable Indicator of Heart Disease
Dyslipoproteinemia: Why an Abnormal LPIR Score Might Be a Valuable Indicator of Heart Disease
According to some researchers, the most emerging/promising biomarker for heart disease is no longer LDL or HbA1c but an…medium.com
GLP1-RAs: After Diabetes, Tirzepatide & Semaglutide Give Hope for Osteoarthritis & Dementia
GLP1-RAs: After Diabetes, Tirzepatide & Semaglutide Give Hope for Osteoarthritis & Dementia…
Incretin mimetics show beneficial pleiotropic effects, such as immunomodulation, antiinflammation, and neuronal…medium.com
Cognitive Function and Performance
Here’s How I Train My Brain Daily for Mental Clarity and Intellectual Productivity.
Here’s How I Train My Brain Daily for Mental Clarity and Intellectual Productivity.
I introduce a conceptual and practical system I developed decades ago and use it for my mental growth daily as an…medium.com
The Brain Needs 4 Types of Workouts
The Brain Needs 4 Types of Workouts
Like muscles, neurons, dendrites, and axons need exercise to survive and grow.medium.com
The Brain Needs 3 Types of Rest
The Brain Needs 3 Types of Rest
Like muscles, neurons, dendrites, and axons need intentional rest to survive, grow, function optimally, and rejuvenate…medium.com
How to Slow Down Subjective and Objective Cognitive Decline
How to Slow Down Subjective and Objective Cognitive Decline
Better cognitive function, health, and performance for the aging population with proactive lifestyle changesmedium.com
Mindfulness and Meditation
Meditation Can Boost the Cortical Thickness in the Brain and Prevent the Thinning of It
Meditation Can Boost the Cortical Thickness in the Brain and Prevent It from Thinning
At cellular, genetic, and systemic levels, meditative practices might alter the structure and biochemistry of the brainmedium.com
Nutrition and Diet
A New Clinical Trial Found a Low-Carb Diet Better Than the Dash.
A New Clinical Trial Found a Low-Carb Diet Better Than the Dash.
4 reasons why a low-carb diet might produce better results than a high-carb diet for metabolically disadvantaged…medium.com
Here’s Why I Focus on Nutritional Biochemistry Rather Than Diets
Here’s Why I Focus on Nutritional Biochemistry Rather Than Diets
By shifting our focus from diets to nutrition-centric aspects of foods, we can transcend the divisive debates and…medium.com
β-Hydroxybutyrate: 2 Vital Role of Ketogenesis in the Brain for Dementia Prevention / Treatment
β-Hydroxybutyrate: 2 Vital Role of Ketogenesis in the Brain for Dementia Prevention / Treatment
Ketosis can increase mitochondrial bioenergetics activation and brain-derived neurotrophic factor, resulting in the…medium.com
Health Science
The True Science Behind the Health Benefits of Time-Restricted Eating, Including 23 Quality Clinical Studies
The True Science Behind the Health Benefits of Time-Restricted Eating, Including 23 Quality Clinical Studies
A 2024 meta-analysis (umbrella review) in the Lancet shows the nuances and value of intermittent fasting for health and…medium.com
MTHFR Polymorphisms or Mutations: Getting Checked to Prevent Cardiovascular Issues
MTHFR Polymorphisms or Mutations: Getting Checked to Prevent Cardiovascular Issues
Advocating the need for personal health screening and promoting health assessments for the prevention of…medium.com
Xenotransplantation: First Pig Kidney Transplant in a 62-Year-Old Man
Xenotransplantation: First Pig Kidney Transplant in a 62-Year-Old Man
Insights from the literature with inspiration from a recent groundbreaking surgery of a mature age man with kidney…medium.com
Why Gaslighting Matters in the Healthcare Sector & How to Deal with It Effectively
Why Gaslighting Matters in the Healthcare Sector & How to Deal with It Effectively
From awareness to action: Confronting gaslighting in medicine, empowering patients, and empathizing with providersmedium.com
Emerging Concerns of Elevated Uric Acid on Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Impotence, & Dementia
Emerging Concerns of Elevated Uric Acid on Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Impotence, & Dementia
Hyperuricemia is increasing globally and affecting millions of Americans. Why does the body create excessive uric acid…medium.com
Perfect Storm in a Teacup: Can Intermittent Fasting Increase Heart Disease Risk by 91%?
Perfect Storm in a Teacup: Can Intermittent Fasting Increase Heart Disease Risk by 91%?
Insights from the dissemination of a poster presentation of a non-peer-reviewed/unpublished manuscript, which turned…medium.com
Neurocomputing: Brain Organoid Reservoir Computing Brings Hope to Solving NeuroHIV & Cognitive
Neurocomputing: Brain Organoid Reservoir Computing Brings Hope to Solving NeuroHIV & Cognitive…
Cerebral organoids using reservoir computing add extra intelligence to solve the previously unsolvable problems of…medium.com
Biochemistry of Ketosis Simplified with Nuanced Perspectives and Personal Experiences
Biochemistry of Ketosis Simplified with Nuanced Perspectives and Personal Experiences
Explaining the mysteries of ketogenesis and gluconeogenesis based on deep research and my decades of experimentationmedium.com
Personal and Professional Development
Here’s How You Can Enjoy Your Life More in Better Zones.
Here’s How You Can Enjoy Your Life More in Better Zones.
Why should you settle for mediocrity or stagnant business, which brings no value to your precious life? There are…medium.com
Sexuality
Queer Organisms: Nature’s Lesson for Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality
Queer Organisms: Nature’s Lesson for Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality
My first impression of homosexuality in my secondary school years and how I gained a better understanding in my…medium.com
Memoirs
Soulful Connections: Finding Meaning in Mammadou’s Childhood Letters
Soulful Connections: Finding Meaning in Mammadou’s Childhood Letters
The meaning of epistolary bonds and their impact on my journeymedium.com
Writing
How Writers Can Attract More Readers by Using Design Thinking Principles
How Writers Can Attract More Readers by Using Design Thinking Principles
Used in both professional and personal pursuits, Design Thinking is a valuable tool to integrate into our writing…medium.com
If you enjoy any of these stories, please consider sharing them with your friends so that they might benefit from them. 🙏
Today I updated the ILLUMINATION submission guidelines by making it more condensed for new writers. I believe they can now follow just six simple rules to gain a competative advantage on this platform.
New Submission Guidelines for ILLUMINATION: October 2024
How to leverage the power of our flagship publication to grow your audience on this platform and extend your influence…medium.com
I also posted an interview from from tech account for one of my favourite writers Danielle Benvenuto linking to many other interviews which I have conducted since 2019.
Interview with Danielle Benvenuto
Former psychotherapist, painter, and accomplished authormedium.com
Why did I write a new book about Substack?
To support the writing community and help them to be competitive in the market I recently authored a book titled Substack Mastery, which is now available in popular online bookstores. It was well received by readers and now it trends as a best-selling book in its categories. Here is the link to find it in different bookstores.
I will continue beta reading for the next version. So, if you enjoy reading and providing feedback, here are links to chapters for free:
Preface of “Substack Mastery” for Beta Readers, Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5, Chapter 6, Chapter 7, Chapter 8, Chapter 9, Chapter 10, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, Chapter 13, Chapter 14, Chapter 15, Chapter 16, Chapter 17, Chapter 18, Chapter 19…
How will we build a bridge among Substack, Medium, and Patreon
Many writers ask why he emphasizes the community aspect of platforms so much. The answer is simple: platforms like Substack can feel lonely and isolated without a strong community.
He learned this firsthand during my first six months on Medium, which was anything but enjoyable. Building a supportive community changed everything.
Besides, he has yet to encounter any successful writer, bestselling author, or leading Substack creator who thrives without being part of or leading a community. Community isn’t just an add-on; it’s essential for lasting success.
Integrating Substack with Medium is a great idea. To this end, as a community builder, he created a philanthropic organization that will empower creators, freelance writers, and content entrepreneurs with a commercial arm. I documented the strategy and high-level plan in a story. Please feel free to ask questions and provide feedback. Refraining from perfection, he chooses a progressive path.
Here are our draft service definitions for creators, freelance writers, and content entrepreneurs. We will explain the details in our upcoming newsletter. Here is an invitation from a founding member.
If you are a writer on Medium and Substack, we have a new publication called Substack Mastery. You are welcome to join and share your Substack experience with your fellow writers and discerning readers. ILLUMINATION-Curators curate, feature, and promote newsletters of our contributors in collections like this one. Being part of a community can bring many benefits, such as a fast-growing audience. Substack Mastery Featured Newsletters: Episode 12.
For advanced writers, we also have a publication called Curated Newsletters, which replaced the former ILLUMINATION-Curated. As I withdraw from the boost program, He now allocates more time to support writers in extending their services to Substack or other platforms.
He explained why Patreon is important for freelance writers and how I would support our community on Patreon in a story before. You are welcome to be a free member via.
Substack Mastery Book: Chapter 15
Why and How to Integrate Substack with Patreon for Compelling Reasons Based on Experience and Observations of…medium.com
Invitation to Be a Guest Blogger for Creating Visibility for Your Content and Profile
Dr Yildiz recently opened his website to welcome all writers as guest bloggers, offering a platform to boost visibility for your profiles, Medium stories, and Substack newsletters.
He has outlined the compelling reasons to join our community blog in detail, making it an ideal space for authentic and ethical writers who want to share their work freely.
Here’s Why I Opened My Website to Freelance Writers as Guest Bloggers from Multiple Platforms
I explain why and how writers can benefit from this free blogging opportunity, empowered by a non-commercial writing…medium.com
At digitalmehmet site no legal content is censored! I strongly value diversity, inclusion, and equality in distributing content. If you want a supportive environment to amplify your voice, we have created this accessible and supportive place for you. We amplify content on my website using multiple syndication platforms like Tumblr and tailored social media platforms.
Here is the link to our community blogs with links to an application form for guest bloggers and comprehensive instructions to start guest blogging.
Blog Posts by Digitalmehmet Contributors — Dr Mehmet Yildiz
This site covers eclectic stories & newsletters from 100+ topics on Medium & Substack contributed by 32,000+ writers…digitalmehmet.com
Guest blogging does not replace your writing on Medium, Substack, NewsBreak, or Vocal Media; you can only provide teasers of the original stories to gain SEO benefits and grow your audience. Your content belongs to you, and delete it anytime you want to.
Our goal is to disseminate valuable information and create visibility to your profile, stories, newsletters, books, podcasts, videos, paintings, work, or other intellectual property.
Thank you for being part of our supportive and joyful community.
If you are a new writer on this platform, you are welcome to join my publications by sending a request via this link. We support 41K writers who contribute to my publications on this platform. You can contact me via my website. I also have another profile to write and curate tech stories.
You are welcome to join the ILLUMINATION Community on Medium and Substack and our education tool, Substack Mastery, curated by ILLUMINATION-Curators. Here is the Importance and Value of Medium Friendship for Writers and Readers.
You can check out his FEATURED series of 50+ books on Amazon markets:
Substack Newsletter Mastery, Excellence, and Eminence Series
Some of his books are published at Apple Stores, Smashwords, Vivlio, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, BooksaMillion, Fable, Bookshop.org, or my discount bookstore.
Explore some of his books in his discount bookstore including: Train Your Brain for a Healthier and Happier Life, Cortisol Clarity, The Mysterious Leadership Mind of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Substack Mastery Version 2, Monetize Your Passion with WooCommerce, Agile Business Architecture for Digital Transformation V2, Agile Business Architecture for Digital Transformation (Audiobook), A Powerful Toolkit for Substack Newsletter Mastery, Smart and Ethical SEO, Modern Affiliate Marketing for Writers, 4 Pillars of Enterprise Architecture, and Smart Email Marketing Content Integration, The Zen of Book Authoring
You can join us on Substack, where he offers experience-based content on health, content strategy, and technology topics to inform and inspire my readers.
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