The thing about all the self-help guidance and advice you hear is that the same things have been told for … More
Author: Dave
Before you ask something, just check, does the answer lie WITHIN your question?
Several times I’ve been asked by English students: ‘How can I improve my writing?’ ‘How can I improve my reading … More
The philosophy of: Chunky pt.8 – Though the past has shaped you, the only time that actually matters is this moment right now
This is Chunky. And Chunky could give a fuck about the past or the future. All that he gives a … More
The philosophy of: Terrace House pt.1 – The virtue of おちついてる
Terrace House is a Japanese reality TV where 6 young guys and girls are just given a house, a car, and … More
The philosophy of ‘Keaton Henson – You’ [If you must live, just live]
Welcome back to the ‘What is Mariana listening to at the moment’ online internet website page. Here’s what you’ve missed … More
I’m hungover. But is telling yourself ‘I’m hungover’ or ‘I’m sick’ just a self-fulfilling prophecy?
I go for the Oakland Raiders in the NFL. And last night I watched this happen: Anyway, I celebrated like … More
Find yourself or CREATE yourself?
You know Apple TV, right? Well it’s got this little, paper thin remote and I know someone who’s lost at … More
The Philosophy of: This piece of ancient Japanese wisdom (author and date of origin: unknown) – There is no “Can” or “Can’t”, just “Do” or “Don’t”]
(translation): There is no ‘Can’ or ‘Can’t’, just ‘Do’ or ‘Don’t’. If you ever think to yourself ‘I can’t do … More
There’s only one thing that’s permanent, one thing that lasts forever [Another student of mine inspires me]
I love death. But not because it’s cool and I want to do it, but because acknowledging the fact it’s 100000000% going … More
Is it possible for something to have more than one point to it?
Can something have more than one point? For example, what’s the point of travelling? To meet new people, experience new … More