Ten Enjoyable and Engaging Games for Seniors

These games focus on mental stimulation, cognitive enhancement, and fostering relationships, all in a non-violent manner.

As I mentioned yesterday, I poured my heart into that article, yet it seems to have flown under the radar among my followers, including my dear gaming friends. Only a handful of readers accessed it through direct links. It stings a bit, prompting our witty editor, Mike, to humorously engage with the algorithm. Why does Medium tend to suppress these uplifting and beneficial stories for the elderly? Perhaps my age disqualifies me from writing about their experiences. Who knows?

A Lighthearted Plea to the Medium Algorithm: Please Don’t Censor Our Positive Gaming Stories, Especially Those for the Elderly Who Need Them Most!

Today, after my editorial and curation duties, I crafted a brief piece to uplift my spirits.

Microsoft Copilot: A Gaming Guide

Microsoft recently showcased Copilot demonstrating how to build within Minecraft.

Just yesterday, we welcomed over 150 new writers into our community. I introduced them at the end of my previous collection and will introduce another 150 today. With this addition, our publications now boast over 30,000 contributing writers. I’ll share more about this new group at the conclusion of this post, so please extend a warm welcome and explore their stories. New writers thrive with the support of experienced peers.

Announcement: Welcoming Over 150 New Writers to ILLUMINATION Today #52

This includes a welcome pack and acknowledgment of your acceptance into ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium.

Our new Medium newsletter is set to launch, and we will also distribute it via Substack. Dr. Yildiz sent it from his secondary account and introduced a new service called Priority Publishing for time-sensitive content, which may pique some readers' interest.

Monthly Updates from the ILLUMINATION Editorial Team: May 2024

This newsletter will summarize achievements and plans for writers, readers, editors, curators, and administrators.

Our ILLUMINATION Curators have compiled the boosted stories from May.

May 2024: Boosted Stories Collection from ILLUMINATION Publications — V8

This collection presents impactful stories for avid readers, inspiring new writers with examples.

Mike also shared his latest collection, featuring a shocking narrative that resonated with my previous article about ethical dilemmas in the medical field.

Mike’s Favorite Stories on ILLUMINATION Publications — #140

This series features engaging stories that you might find intriguing.

Among my favorites is an article by Dr. Yildiz, who detailed how intermittent fasting can alleviate digestive problems I used to face. His presentation of compelling evidence from recent scientific studies has given me confidence in its benefits. Here’s a link for non-members.

Growing Evidence on the Health Impact of Intermittent Fasting on Gut Microbiota from Systematic Reviews

I firmly believe in the recent findings regarding fasting or time-restricted eating's impact on gut health.

Today, Mike wrote about a topic I love—gaming! He published this as his debut piece on ILLUMINATION-Gaming. It's particularly aimed at inspiring seniors like my grandparents, who are experiencing its benefits firsthand.

How Gaming and Gamification Transformed My Life in My Elderly Years

Both physical and digital games have positively influenced my life, enhancing both my physical and mental health.

I’ve recently enjoyed Mike’s thought-provoking articles related to health and science, including:

• The Sobering Truth: Alcohol’s Well-Known Links to Cancers
• Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment: Delivering Proteins Inside Cells with Hybrid Nanotubes
• Global Health Crisis Deepens: Alarming Spike in STIs Overshadows Progress on HIV and Hepatitis
• How Improving VO2max Highly Enhanced My HRV in My Golden Years

You can discover more of his insightful articles through this compilation.

Lessons Learned from My Personal Stories

Today, I also explored a light-hearted topic about the actor from "Young Sheldon," who seems to have made a religious switch, stirring up social media.

Has the Actor from Young Sheldon Changed Religions?

Rumors about Iain Armitage have sparked considerable online discussion—why has he reportedly chosen to embrace Islam?

I also ventured into a tech-related narrative.

Innovative AR Glasses Offering Real-Time Captions for the Hearing Impaired

These captioning glasses, developed by a student-led startup, show promise for widespread adoption.

I recently introduced a new writer on Medium, Karen Goldfarb, who, although not new to writing, brings a wealth of experience.

Meet Karen Goldfarb — Film Director

Karen is also a seasoned journalist and an inspiring voice on Medium.

Allow me to introduce Tejus Yakhob.

Meet Tejus Yakhob — Film Director

Tejus is now sharing his media insights on Medium.com.

Mike recently introduced one of his contributors, Naya Monroe, MA, LCDC-I, who is relatively new to Medium but experienced in writing. Let’s welcome her warmly.

Meet Naya Monroe on My Health & Science Publication of Illumination on Medium.com

Naya recently authored a beautiful piece on music therapy, now featured in Health and Science.

Rhythmic Healing: Music & Hip-Hop Therapy Transforming Urban Mental Healthcare

This piece discusses evidence-based practices and community integration.

I was deeply moved by Dr. Yildiz's recent memoir, which is both inspiring and meaningful.

We Added Another Nation to Our Multicultural Home Last Year

Reflecting on the joy of becoming an uncle to five wonderful children from Egyptian culture during our anniversary.

His new story on Design Thinking for Artists is also noteworthy.

How Artists Can Attract More Fans Using Design Thinking Principles

This approach is a valuable tool for integrating creative practices like painting and music.

Recently, he published a strong satirical piece addressing digital scammers.

Bravo, Digital Scammers: A Masterclass in Deception and Algorithm Exploitation

This article highlights how digital imposters can disrupt the lives of writers on vulnerable platforms where words hold little value.

The scammers have targeted his stories once more, prompting an even sharper satire.

Part II: Bravo, Support Staff—Your Neglect Deserves a Standing Ovation

Thank you immensely for enabling scammers to thrive by giving them free rein to market their dubious products.

Last weekend, I compiled a collection of our boosted stories from the previous fortnight. There are 30 new gems you might enjoy!

1–16 May: Featuring Boosted Stories on ILLUMINATION-Curated

This collection includes links to previously boosted pieces for new readers and aspiring writers, showcasing exceptional storytelling.

Here’s a brief write-up on gaming to keep my creative flow alive.

Why I Believe Gaming Can Be Healthy When Played Responsibly

Additionally, I've crafted a piece regarding a recent ransomware attack on an Australian healthcare organization. This incident echoes a previous event where hackers sold personal and health data on the dark web.

Another Ransomware Cyberattack Hits Australian Healthcare

I also composed a short story for gaming and sci-fi enthusiasts, which I believe will resonate with gamers: Halo: Redshift Is a Cooperative Halo Campaign Mod.

Here’s Mike’s latest collection with an array of excellent stories.

Mike’s Favorite Stories on ILLUMINATION Publications — #120

One of my favorite contributions was from Lawson Wallace, who shared his journey on YouTube. As many know, Lawson has been a long-time editor with ILLUMINATION, supporting our writers.

My Unexpected Success on YouTube Has Inspired Me to Dream Bigger

I found Dr. Yildiz's eye-opening research pieces on crucial health topics particularly enlightening:

• Why Black Youth Die from Asthma 7 Times More Than White & Potential Solutions
• Research into Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the US Indicates All-Cause Mortality Among Young People

Mike curated my story alongside an emotional piece that resonated with him—an exceptional narrative that brought tears to his eyes.

If you’re unfamiliar with this publication, Dr. Yildiz also shared an invitation from his secondary account, Dr. Mehmet Yildiz (Tech), which I found incredibly inspiring. I will introduce it briefly below, along with submission guidelines.

Invitation to a New ILLUMINATION Publication: Health & Science

This invitation is for writers to contribute to the newly established “Health & Science” publication, a part of the ILLUMINATION Group.

Top 10 Stories Published on Health & Science Publication for Friends of Medium

Mike introduced Dr. Adam Tabriz, MD, as a contributor to his publication. Dr. Tabriz has also volunteered as an editor for ILLUMINATION. We need more experienced editors like him.

Meet Dr. Adam Tabriz, MD, on Health & Science Publication of ILLUMINATION

Dr. Tabriz has established a new specialized publication. Let’s congratulate him and encourage contributions from writers and readers alike. We will provide more details soon, and you can apply through our usual writer registration portal.

Increasing Our Membership Through Collaborative Efforts

Dr. Mehmet Yildiz shared friend links to some of his boosted stories, encouraging non-members to join Medium. I plan to follow his advice as reading ratios remain low. He suggests that other writers create similar collections of friend links and share them on ILLUMINATION-Curated or other publications. Here’s his invitation:

Friend Links to My Sample Boosted Stories for Non-Members of Medium.com

Dr. Mehmet Yildiz

Friend Links to the Boosted Stories of Pernoste & Dahl

My Boosted Work on Medium with Friend Links—Joshua Mason

My Sample Stories for New Readers of ILLUMINATION-Curated—Aiden (Owner of Illumination Gaming)

Gill McCulloch’s Top Boosted Stories on Medium.com With Friend Links for Non-Members

An important update: we have informed our writers in the Lampshade publication that they can no longer monetize their content from that platform. Human-generated content remains unaffected.

POLICY: No More Monetization of AI-Generated Content on Medium

Daily Sharing List — Volume 163

I took the initiative to create a list for this collection to facilitate sharing on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Reddit, or Quora. You can find all our sharing channels linked through Dr. Yildiz's story.

Look What Aiden Found Today for Sharing

Weekly Update 1–12 April: Featuring Boosted Stories on ILLUMINATION-Curated

This update includes links to previously boosted pieces for new readers and aspiring writers as benchmarks of exceptional storytelling.

Mike’s Favorite Stories on ILLUMINATION Publications — #105

This series highlights engaging narratives that you may appreciate.

Our editorial team has explained how we promote non-boosted stories, which constitute over 99% of the content. I play a significant role in this process to enhance visibility for these works. Thanks to everyone for your continued support in this rewarding journey.

Here are the outstanding and nominated stories for today! I believe you will discover something that satisfies your reading appetite.

My Favorite Stories from ILLUMINATION Writers Today

• The Science and Art of Forgiveness for Health and Happiness
• The Health Benefits of Time-Restricted Eating: Clinical Evidence
• The Essential Role of Vitamin K2 in Cardiovascular Health
• Emerging Issues of Elevated Uric Acid Related to Various Health Risks
• Rehydration: Why Water Alone Is Insufficient
• Ashwagandha: A Natural Solution for Managing ADHD
• The Hidden Order of the Universe
• The Psychology of Childhood Obesity
• The Power of Women
• Expectations: When Is Enough, Enough?
• Creating the "Future Me": A Letter to Myself!
• Has the Actor from Young Sheldon Changed Religions? — Aiden (Owner of Illumination Gaming)

Thank you for engaging with these enriching stories. Dr. Yildiz has interviewed many writers, and if you're interested in being featured, please contact him on Slack or reach out to me, and I’ll relay your message.

Interviews with Writers on Medium

This section highlights inspiring writers from ILLUMINATION.

Quick Updates for New Writers

Here’s our onboarding pack that includes everything you need to know.

Master Copy: Onboarding Information for New Writers

Now, let's extend a warm welcome to the new writers who joined us today. You can access the latest collection below and follow their accounts if their stories resonate with you. I consistently find gems in these collections.

Announcement of 150+ New Writers Joining ILLUMINATION Today #51

This includes a welcome pack and acknowledgment of your acceptance to ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium.

Announcement of 200+ New Writers Joining ILLUMINATION Today #49

A special welcome to new writers on New Year’s Day from the Chief Editor.

New writers may find insightful and practical stories written by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz in the attached list.

Writing, Content Development & Marketing Strategy Guides

New writers, don’t hesitate to reach out for help on our Slack workspace or Discord server. I also enjoy introducing writers on YouTube, so if you're interested, feel free to contact me.

Meet Top Writers of Medium on YouTube

This segment introduces prolific writers from ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium through videos I recorded.

Here’s additional information about our Slack and Discord channels.

An Introduction to the ILLUMINATION Slack Workspace

ILLUMINATION Discord: A Video Introduction for Beginners

Collaborate and Communicate with Writers on the ILLUMINATION Discord Server