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03.02.2025
simple life
In a distant and wonderful country, there lived a wise man named Yanechko. He had a big heart and lots of knowledge about the world and everything that surrounded him, but the more he learned, the more he felt lonely. Yanechko often watched other people, who, in his opinion, were simple and naive eccentrics. He could not understand how they could find happiness in little things, while he himself constantly felt the burden of his thoughts.
One day Yanechko set off on a journey, hoping to find answers to his questions. He travelled through mountains, forests and fields, trying to find complex answers. But the more he searched, the more confused he became. The keys to happiness, as it turned out, were always under his feet, but he could not notice them.
Somewher along the road, Yanechko met a simple girl named Lana. She loved to pick wildflowers, always smiled and enjoyed every moment of her wonderful life. Yanechko, looking at her and felt his heart fill with warmth. He asked her: "How can you be so happy when the world is full of difficulties?"
Lana smiled and replied: "The smarter a person is, the more difficult it is for him, because he ceases to understand the stupidity of others, which allows them to be easy and happy. I just enjoy the moments, not trying to complicate my life. Why not admire the beauty around, or smile at your neighbour who is walking in front of you and wish him a good day? It's simple and easy "
These words sank into Yanechko's soul. He realized that his intellect prevented him from seeing simple things and the joys of life. Hence, he decided to let go of his experiences, stopped looking for complex solutions and started appreciating simplicity.
Since then, Yanechko began to collect flowers with Lana and even believed in the healing power of herbs. He began to travel and enjoy life. He realized that wisdom lies not only in knowledge, but also in the ability to appreciate simple things that fill humans with joy and happiness. And so, the wise man finally became truly happy, having found his key to a harmonious life, which was always right beneath his feet.
Switlana Pidlaska
04.02.2025
Create your own life
In a magical city where the sun rose every morning, shining with many colours, there lived a girl named Lana. She was full of dreams and desires, always believing that life could be a real miracle. However, her friends who stayed at home often said: "Why are you taking such risks? Are you really sure that your dreams will come true?"
But Lana could not sit still. She felt that a fire was burning in her heart that demanded action. One day, having collected all her dreams in one backpack, she set off on an unknown journey. "Faith is energy, fuel for miracles," she thought, stepping forward.
On her way, Lana encountered many obstacles, but every time she doubted, new acquaintances and wonderful adventures inspired her. She learned about the magic of self-confidence and the strength that lies in determination. Sometimes, when she felt lonely, the sky always sent her new bright signs, whether it was a rainbow after the rain, or a stranger’s smile.
Meanwhile, her friends watched Lana from a distance. They couldn’t understand why she was leaving the comfort of her life for the unknown. They called her courage irresponsibility, but Lana knew that true happiness always awaits outside ones comfort zone.
When Lana returned home, her eyes were shining with joy and new knowledge. She shared her stories with her friends, telling them how important it is to believe in yourself and your dreams. “Each of us has our own path,” she said, “But sometimes you just have to dare and take a step forward to open new horizons.”
From that moment on, her friends began to reflect on their lives. They began to follow Lana’s example, believing that each of us has the power to create our own lives, that every person is a miracle. And so, in this world full of bright colours, each of them found their own path to happiness.
To be continued for sure…
Switlana Pidlaska
31.01.2025
The magic of dawn.
Somewhere out there, at the edge of the world, in the magical, dawn silence, when the ground is covered with frost, the sun gently looks out from behind the horizon, scattering its golden rays.
Somewhere out there in the distance, the fog, like a soft curtain, slowly settles, leaving room for a new day and its mysteries.
This is the moment when the Universe wakes up, inviting us to a new day, rich in opportunities, new ideas, events, undertakings and the fulfilment of dreams.
Be ready for the sunrise.
Switlana Pidlaska.
30.01.2025
About hairdressers, coincidences and magic
I wanted to write a fairy tale about a magical hairdresser who creates new looks and makes people happier with her golden hands. I have been living in this small town with wonderful views, lost among the green hills, for 1.5 years now and only now have I come across this unique hair salon.
So I started writing… but then I suddenly remembered a strange coincidence, because sometimes this happens in life. I have never considered myself a writer, more of a storyteller. But, as they say, you are the only one who will lead you... So here it is.
As a child, I did not like fairy tales, because I became an adult at a very early age, due to not very pleasant life circumstances. But now, as an adult, one day, not so long ago, I woke up and really wanted to start creating fairy tales. It became a real desire.
All those unpleasant events that ever happened to me, even the most difficult ones, often ended like something out of a fairy tale. Now, at this very moment, I am convinced that my thoughts influenced the development of events in my life. That is where my positive philosophy comes from. Every story ended according to my will, whether it was communication, friendship or some project, important or trivial.
I detected to have an influence on all this without offense and condemnation. Because everything in life, as in nature, is changeable. But in order to realize all this so easily and simply, very hard work was needed and, above all, a great desire, because without these efforts it won’t really work out. Which is what most people do, they often start working on these items, but usually in the wrong direction. Often unknowingly…
I gained courage and chose myself, and ended up writing my own fairy tale. And each of you can do the same. Perhaps you don’t know about it or have forgotten how to proceed. But here is the trick: it doesn’t matter how much time it will take: it doesn’t depend on the thoughts, desires or reviews of others. Only on yours! Once you’ll understand this, your personal fairy tale will start and grow. And I am sure that it will end beautifully, brightly, with love and gratitude in your heart, regardless of the circumstances, just like it did for me.
I am absolutely sure of this.
So, surround yourself with people who have common values and views. People who go in the same direction as you. Others will distract you from your goal and can also convince you that everything you do is not right. Let them follow their paths. After all, everyone is free to choose a direction.
But your choice will always be right to yourself and your goals as no one else needs them, except you.
I wish you a great journey.
By the way, what do you think of my new look on the picture 😊 ?
Switlana Pidlaska
28.01.2025
The Law of Peace.
Lana was famous in her Plant Kingdom because of her wonderful and inspiring stories that gave people joy and inspiration. She knew how to create fairy tales, and how to tell them in a wonderful way. She also knew how to find pleasure in every moment of her life.
One day, after a long day spent walking in the forest, Lana decided that she deserved a small holiday. She cooked herself a delicious dinner, lit candles and turned on her favorite music. At that moment she felt her heart fill with gratitude and joy, and her thoughts became bright and light.
Lana knew that when she enjoys life and every minute of it, she will receive something more from the world. This was a law, the law of Peace, which always worked: the more she gave herself love and attention, the more good things returned to her. Although sometimes some incomprehensible voices whispered to her: "Be quiet, don't tell anyone, don't share, because happiness loves silence."
Those voices talked, chattered, and over time Lana stopped paying attention to them, and sometimes she simply blocked them off with a string of some magic.
One day, however, a traveler knocked on her door. He had brought some wonderful news with him. "I heard about your tales, Lana!", he said, "I came from a distant land to give you this magical chest filled with gold and all kind of precious stones. I'm sure you know how to make it a good deed !"
Lana was amazed. She realized that this was not a coincidence, but a consequence of her ability to enjoy, rejoice and be grateful for everything that is. She decided to use these good things for something that would bring joy not only to her, but also to others.
After a short time of thinking, she organized a feast for the whole kingdom, where everyone could come and enjoy delicious food, funny stories and music. On this day, everyone forgot about their worries and problems, and instead felt the warmth and joy of communicating with each other.
Lana knew that true love for herself lies not only in receiving, but also in the ability to share. And when a woman who loves to enjoy life, shares her happiness with others, she herself becomes even happier. And over time, good news and gifts came to Lana again, because the world loved her for giving love and joy to others.
And so, in the land of fairy tales, Lana was no longer a Storyteller, but also a symbol of love for life, which always returned to her in double. And everyone who heard her stories remembered that true happiness begins with love, acceptance, enjoyment of oneself and life.
Switlana Pidlaska
And remember, dear readers, The fairy tale is not over yet, whoever finished reading it, well done, whoever gave it a positive reply, well done, as it will return to you in a hundredfold!
26.01.2025
The healer
In a distant country, where green meadows and dense forests were intertwined with plants and herbs of all sorts, there lived a girl named Lana. She was a healer and knew all the secrets of nature. Her special gift was the ability to use the magic of herbs to treat all kind of ailments.
One day, a young man came to Lana. He was suffering from a constant headache. He told her that for many months now he had been taking the medicine prescribed by the doctor, but it only made his condition worse. Lana listened and then took him to her estate, where a variety of herbs grew. There in here garden, she carefully collected several magical plants: mint, chamomile, sage and lavender. She prepared some tea from them, explaining how each of these herbs helps relieve inflammation, calms nerves and improves overall health.
The man drank the tea, and after a few hours he felt relief. He was amazed, because his headache disappeared, and he felt more energetic. Lana told him about the importance of listening to your body and trusting nature. She explained that all the chemical medications, have side effects that destroy health. Some of them can even be addictive or lead to serious complications.
Every day, the young man learned more and more about the magic of herbs, and soon he became her disciple. Together they travelled through the forests, collecting herbs and learning about their healing properties. Lana taught him how to create infusions, ointments and teas that helped many people to improve their health.
Over time, they opened their own small clinic, where they treated patients with natural remedies. People from all over the country came to them for help, all the while also learning about the healing properties of herbs. Lana and her student became a symbol of hope for those who were tired of chemical drugs and were looking for natural solutions to improve their health, through the magic of herbs. This shows that nature is the best doctor, if only we are willing to listen to it and learn to live in harmony with it.
To be continued…
Switlana Pidlaska
29.01.2025
Once upon a time we all had a former life on earth as our souls have to keep on learning until they know it all.
In one of these lives, you will start to understand that judging others always leads you to poverty. It is the opposite of Nature; she does not condemn you for not living by her laws, for polluting water and lands or for always complaining about the weather. It always seems too cold, or too hot. Too much rain, not enough water on the dry lands. So if Nature does not complain, why do you?
Once you grab this understanding you will start accepting everyone and everything. On that day, stand still, take a deep breath and watch how your heart will be filled with love and your financial well-being will grow every day.
Our little hero, Lana had also one of these days and she became infinitely grateful to life and Nature. She also thanked the Storyteller for the wisdom that changed her life. She realized that true wealth is not only material gains, but also happiness that comes with acceptance and love. And from now on, she became not only the heroine of her own story, but also an example for others, showing how important it is to live in harmony with the world and people around her.
So Lana, full of love and understanding, continued her journey, giving joy and inspiration to everyone she met. And her heart, filled with light, became a real source of happiness for the entire kingdom. And nobody judged anyone else anymore.
Switlana Pidlaska
27.01.2025:
The healer, part II
One day, when Lana was gathering some new herbs in the forest, she came across an old wooden hut, hidden among the trees. The hut looked mysterious, as it was well camouflaged. A soft light shone through the curtains of its small windows. Lana, overcome with curiosity, approached and knocked on the door. An old witch named Melissa, who was famous for her knowledge of magic potions and healing, opened the door nearly immediately.
She invited Lana inside, and the girl was amazed by the atmosphere of peace and harmony that reigned in the hut. The walls were adored with herbs, and the air was filled with the aromas of various elixirs. The witch, smiling, began to tell about her knowledge.
“Many people think that diseases come from outside,” said Melissa, “But in fact, all ailments start in our heads, with our thoughts and feelings. If we live in fear, anxiety or hatred, it will definitely affect our physical health. And there you go, you will feel ill.”
Lana listened carefully as the witch went on: “It is important to work with yourself, to cleanse your thoughts and emotions. Positive guidelines, meditation and self-understanding are the keys to healing. When we fill our minds with light and love, our bodies respond in a kind way. We won’t get sick.”
Melissa taught Lana various techniques that helped eliminate negative thoughts and replace them with positive ones. She taught her how to create mantras that calm the mind and open the heart. Lana felt how changes in her psyche began to have a positive effect on her life and health.
Thanks to the ancient knowledge she received from the witch, Lana began not only to treat people with herbs, but also to teach them how to work on their thoughts and emotions. She realized that real magic lies not only in herbs, but also in the power of consciousness. When people began to change their attitude towards life, their health also improved.
Together with Melissa, they created a small school where they taught people the importance of inner harmony. Lana understood that every illness is not only a physical manifestation, but also a call for self-improvement and growth. And so, with the help of herbal magic and the wisdom of a witch, Lana brought light and hope to many, showing that the path to healing begins with ourselves.
To be continued…
Switlana Pidlaska
25.1.2025
Simple Life
It was on a beautiful Wednesday evening. Lana was returning from work in town centre, when she came across an old library, hidden between some brand new skyscrapers. She went inside and immediately felt a coziness, something that she had not felt for a long time. The books stood on the shelves like old friends waiting for her. She took one out at random and started reading.
After that day, Lana began to spend all of her evenings among the pages, exploring new worlds, until she noticed that each story reminded her of the forest, of the plants and trees that had so carefully cared for her.
She started thinking a lot about these memories. So it wasn’t a coincidence when she stumble upon a very old fairy tale about a storyteller who travelled between several worlds. Those journeys lead to the discovery that true happiness does not lie in material possessions, but in the ability to appreciate the simple joys of life.
Once she finished that story, Lana suddenly understood that the old forest, had always been her one and only home; so she decided to go back. Gathering all her strength, she set off on her journey, full of determination. When she found herself among the trees again, her heart was filled with joy. The plants greeted her like an old friend, and she realized that nothing had been lost.
Lana went on building a cozy hut, using modern technologies that she learned about in the city. She installed solar panels for heat and began collecting herbs for magical potions. Every day, she reconnected with the natural world, learning from the plants about their wisdom and power.
Eventually she became a storyteller who knew how to combine modernity with ancient traditions. With her newfound knowledge, Lana began sharing tales of the forest with others who, like her, were seeking happiness amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. She invited them to her home to show them how the world of technology could be combined with nature.
Of course, this was not some new knowledge, but wisdom which was passed down from grandmothers, parents and other generations. If you believe in reincarnation, then this is probably all retrieved from a previous life wherein Lana was a knowledgeable herborist. That would also explain why at the end she did return to the forest.
All said and done, Lana finally realized that true happiness is not a place, but a state of mind. She became a bridge between two worlds, giving people the opportunity to find harmony and joy in simple things.
And Lana's fairy tale continued, adding new pages to her life every day…
Switlana Pidlaska
23.01.2025:
3rd modern version of FROZEN: Cold and Mystical
In a modern city where amazing things happened, there lived a girl named Lana. She was an ordinary student, but one day she came across an old book that talked about the Snow Queen: a mysterious creature that could control wintertime. That was very interesting and mysterious, hence when Lana found out that her friend John had disappeared, she felt that it had something to do with that queen.
So she went on a journey to a parallel world where everything was covered with snow and ice. In this world, she met John’s former friends who indeed had become victims of the Snow Queen. Together they decided to find John and free him from the power of the cold mistress.
During their journey, Lana learned how to use magic to fight the cold. She gathered courage and went to the Snow Queen's castle with her friends. Over there, using her strength and faith in friendship, she was able to awaken John, returning his love and warmth.
In the very end, the Snow Queen, seeing the strength of their friendship, realized that true magic is not only cold and power, but also love and support. She decided to leave the world of John and Lana alone, and returned to her kingdom where she could think about new opportunities, somewhere far away.
Switlana Pidlaska
24.01.2025
The storyteller, Part 2
Sometimes, in a beautiful place, over a cup of coffee, brilliant ideas can occur. And so the story goes on.
Lana grew up in a dense forests, in a country far away. It always seemed to her that somewhere else there would exist a luxurious and beautiful life. Perhaps in those big cities, with their houses, and splendid noisy trams and buses. Places with great opportunities and prospects, where every road leads to happiness.
So she periodically asked the Queen of Plants: “How do I get out of this forest?”
But the answer was always the same: “What is there in for you? There are no prospects there, it’s a prison, only beautifully decorated. World designers worked on it. So-called ‘Smart heads’ planned everything into the smallest detail. You’ll be walking in a never ending labyrinth. Over there, people are like hamsters in a treadmill: they have a stable and boring life, work, a home and many responsibilities. It seems that they have access to all the benefits of civilization, but they don’t have time to use them. Work absorbs them completely!
And you, you are a happy person, you live in our wonderful kingdom, you breathe fresh air, walk as much as you want and rest whenever you want. You can sit down and watch the sunrises and the sunsets. Here you have complete freedom: today you pick mushrooms, if you want, and berries, tomorrow. It’s a daily magic potion. Look around, how many trees! You can pick and choose wood and build a cozy hut. And here is a stream nearby, and a river, a well. From it you can drink natural water, not chemical stuff, which flows from taps in giant cities.
Oh, and now I have a good idea! There is one thing you can get from the cities. You can go over there to buy solar panels for your house so that you will be warm in the winter. So what do you think of this idea? Are you staying with us, or are you still going to the big city?”
After those speeches, it would have been very sad for Lana to disappoint the entire plant kingdom, which loved her very much and was ready to do everything to make her stay with them.
Nevertheless at the end, she made up her choice and went to a big, bright city, in which she lived and enjoyed herself, filling herself with new stories and "cones". She rejoiced at the benefits and returned to the village and nature only in her thoughts.
Once she got to live in the big city, at first she was amazed by its scale and brightness. The streets were filled with people, the sounds of cars and the hubbub of conversations. But soon she felt that this happiness was not as simple as it seemed and not the one she dreamed of. She began to notice how quickly time flies, how she didn’t have the opportunity anymore to stop and simply enjoy the moments.
So little by little, in the evenings, returning home from work she started to remember about life in the forest, about peace, about how one could simply live and enjoy and admire nature.
Whoever finished reading, well done, but the fairy tale is not over yet.
To be continued.
Switlana Pidlaska
