The invasion of the narcissists
Do you believe we live in an era where many individuals possess an inflated sense of self-importance and entitlement yet lack empathy for others?…
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Personal stories, observations and the occasional awkward question.
Am I a good person?
Almost every day, we hear comments about someone’s character, typically referring to aspects of their goodness or lack thereof. From birth, our upbringing aims…
Should I embrace stoicism – thinking the worst to be my best
Are you looking for a makeover in your approach to life? Perhaps you’ve reflected on a recent situation and did not feel good about…
Spermageddon, and what we can do about it
At Swanalong, we aim to motivate people to become the best possible version of themselves. For this reason, we are curious about how lifestyle…
How to feel human in a dehumanising world
I know I am human, but does a cat know it is a cat? How did I come to realise I am human? What…
Retired and single – should I partner up or not?
You have stepped away from the nine-to-five grind, excited by the newfound freedoms and exciting opportunities this new stage of life presents. There is…
Staying Relevant
To some, there are only three phases in life: phase one is becoming relevant, phase two is being relevant, and phase three is becoming…
The Affair: Navigating A Moral Dilemma
In our lives, we frequently encounter dilemmas that test our moral compass. These challenges compel us to weigh conflicting moral principles and make decisions…
How to Love a Ghost
We often encounter ghosts in our minds – not the kind that haunt dark hallways, but the invisible presence of past loves, missed opportunities,…
The Path to Nature: a thoughtful look at Killing Our Food
A chat with a somewhat eccentric friend, who suggested we should skip the supermarket and instead kill a chicken ourselves, got me thinking. I…