Having a bad day stuck in traffic – better than being stuck in Lebanon
While it is not typical for my posts to touch on political matters, how people respond to political situations, and issues is, however, an…
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Personal stories, observations and the occasional awkward question.
“Look at this text they sent me – they must be nuts”: Text messaging syndrome and the crumbling violet
In today’s digital age, sharing information has never been easier. It’s common and perfectly acceptable to share practical details like phone numbers, addresses, or…
Smartphones, dumb users: a look into the future of communications technology
Explore the evolution of human communication and how technology shapes our future interactions, balancing connectivity with real-life connection.
Why putting yourself first matters
“There is no greater cost to society than poor self-care” – SeaCaptainSwan 2024. “You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself…
Is AI Music Art if I Write the Lyrics? Exploring Creativity in the Digital Age
Introduction: For me, art is all about the creative process of taking the seed of an idea from within your mind and creating something…
Musing from Manila: Red wine, cheap sex and a three-day growth
It’s Saturday morning. I’m having coffee downtown at Starbucks in Manila. I’m finalizing my Airbnb accommodation for the next few weeks before heading to…
Nine things that piss me off slightly
People Sitting in a Coffee Shop Talking with the Speakerphone On I’m okay with people talking to each other in a coffee shop. After…
Thinking Outside the Box – A Dumb Request to Be Creative
We’ve all heard it before in the workplace: the invitation to “Think outside the box!” This cliché has been thrown around in workplaces for…
The road less troubled – moving beyond difficult beginnings
Introduction Recently, I explored insights from the Harvard Study of Adult Development, also known as the Harvard Happiness Study. This piqued my interest in…
Are there aliens, and will I meet one?
I’ve always been interested in discussions about other life forms that might exist in the cosmos. Therefore, it’s not surprising that I enjoy reading…