Handwritten VS Digital Journals
In our modern times, there are two distinct ways to keep a journal: handwritten and digital. In my younger years, I dedicated myself to first scribbling in notebooks. Later, I’d extract the best bits and reproduce them digitally. As I entered my college years, though, I began to transition my writing entirely to digital mediums. […]
Dear ChatGPT #5 – Prompt Wrangling vs Engineering
One night I couldn’t sleep thanks to a nasty combination of indigestion and insomnia. So, I needed to find something to pass the otherwise wasted midnight hours. I decided to ask ChatGPT a question that has been rattling around my brain for a while that ChatGPT is uniquely qualified to answer. Me: Dear ChatGPT, Some […]
In Pursuit of Universal Truths
My quest to find reading material that resonates with me has become akin to a personal pilgrimage. The active reading journey demands introspection, a discerning eye, and an open heart. You must be ready to embrace the myriad forms of wisdom that the world has to offer. Most importantly, you must learn to recognize universal […]
Bridging Global Divides
Answering E.B. White’s Call for a World United in Universal Love and Understanding We live in an era characterized by unprecedented connectivity and yet, paradoxically, also burgeoning divisiveness. This is why, for me, E.B. White’s call in his essay ‘Intimations’ to find individuals “big enough to love the whole planet” reverberates with a profound urgency. […]
The Best Cryptozoology Websites in 2023
Cryptozoology, the study of hidden or unknown animals, has captivated the imagination of countless individuals across the globe. This fascinating field delves into the mysterious realm of cryptids – elusive creatures that have yet to be officially recognized by mainstream science. These may include well-known legends like Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Chupacabra, […]
The Scribe’s Paradox
As thoughts swirl ceaselessly round in my head during restless midnight hours, I recognize that there exists a paradox as old as the art of storytelling itself. The act of writing is as much a solitary waltz as it is a grand ball. It’s a playful dalliance between the self and the many, inviting us […]
Why You Should Build an Evergreen Forest of Content
We live in a world where so much information is available at our fingertips. Still, despite the vastness of the internet, there’s a chance to write unique content covering a topic no one has happened to publish online just yet. So, what is the best way to ensure that you’re setting out to write truly […]
Embracing the Diversity of the Human Mind
Our minds are wonderfully diverse and unique. Embracing our individuality and learning to effectively utilize our minds unlocks our true potential and empowers us to succeed in any field.
The Paradox of Plenty: Navigating the Quicksand of Having Too Much Free Time
Our world often seems to be racing against the ticking clock. So for many, the notion of having too much free time might appear as a distant, almost utopian concept. Yet, as John Koenig astutely observes in his book “Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows,” an abundance of free time can sometimes morph into a kind of […]
Convoluted Dreamscapes
From the day I was born, I’ve been an avid dreamer. All through my childhood, I’d eagerly share my nightly escapades with anyone who would listen. But as time went on, I found myself retreating into a cocoon of silence, born out of the bitter disappointment and frustration of being misunderstood. Dreams are deeply personal. […]