The Bliss and Misery of Memories

By: Corral, John

This collection of eight stories explores the power of memories-both recent and distant-and their profound influence on our daily lives. Memories are more than simple recordings of the past; they are dynamic reconstructions, shaped by our present emotions, biology, and instincts for survival. They can evoke both joy and sorrow: the brain is evolutionarily tuned to remember threats, like the fear of a "monster in the closet," more vividly than uplifting moments, such as laughter at the circus. Similarly, the pain of losing a loved one often outweighs the joy of shared experiences. Ultimately, memories are deeply personal, and rarely align perfectly with how others recall the same events.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GQSSPXTR
• ISBN13: 9798250213288
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"