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Why they’re tuning in to the US presidential elections (oh and a book reflection here too)
Admittedly, we are oceans away from the US and with the pandemic, how does US politics really affect any of us? My study, you could argue, has nothing to do with it but I am a Ph.D. student researching within the realm of social sciences and leadership and inequality, and so at the very least, it is all very interesting. My supervisors have not only been such amazing teachers, but also inspiring sources of support and scholarly insight. Our meetings aren’t restricted to updates on data analysis and thesis progress, but also on how our research is relevant to what is happening in the world, to social justice, as well as scholarly and deliberate reflection.
The absence of pets
Growing up, I was always surrounded by animals and pets. Since living out of home I find that I am not in a stage of life that allows me to have pets and animals.
It's not all glitz and glamour in Hollywood baby! (part 2)
Welcome to part two of "It's not all glitz and glamour in Hollywood", where I've have been tributing the many actors and actresses who have been battling mental health illnesses, those who have passed away because of it and how it affects us as fans.
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Review: The Personal History of David Copperfield
The Personal History of David Copperfield is a new film from the creator of Veep and The Thick of It, Armando Iannucci.
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What even is Superannuation?
Every month or so, I would get a letter from my superfund. I would think to myself: This looks important, I’ll have to sort it out… one day. This went on for quite some time until I had a fairly large pile of letters. Letters I’d skimmed and sworn to figure out at some later date.
Songs that bring me joy
For me and many other people, music is one the things that brings joy. It is scientifically proven that music can help to ease pain, reduce stress, elevate moods and many other things that can better us physically and emotionally. I have constructed a BIG list of songs that bring me joy. It’s a real mix of old and new, alternative, R&B, hip hop, rock and roll songs I can’t help but smile to, feel that feeling of happiness in my stomach, and ones that give me hope. I hope they bring you joy as much as they do for me.
What makes a hero?
In the lead-up to the US election on November 3rd, I’ve been thinking a lot about heroes, or more specifically, about the particular brand of heroism that we ascribe to politicians and figures whom we deem larger than life.
Review: The Social Dilemma
I recently watched the documentary The Social Dilemma on Netflix.
Anger
Our finest moments do not occur when we have lost our temper. Hitting our fist against a desk, throwing things, shouting, shoving, slamming doors. Whatever it happens to be, these moments where we have lost control can be hard to look at honestly for ourselves and they can be hard to talk about.
Weekend wrap-up: Stirling Market
I recently spent a Sunday at the Stirling Market.