Walk for Your Life! 14 Benefits of Going for Long Walks Every Day: A Multidimensional Perspective on Health and Well-Being
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding time for leisurely activities can be a challenge, yet, one simple and accessible activity, walking, stands out for its myriad benefits. Indeed, walking, a seemingly natural activity, holds profound benefits that span across physical health, mental well-being, and social engagement. While often overlooked in favor […]
Understanding and Overcoming Toxic Workplaces in Europe: A Comprehensive Guide
Workplaces are integral to our daily lives, providing not only financial sustenance but also opportunities for personal growth, social interaction, and professional development. However, not all work environments are conducive to such positive experiences, as some can be inherently toxic, negatively affecting employees’ mental and physical health. A toxic workplace can have far-reaching consequences […]
The Romanticization of History: Anastasia (1997)
Journeys of Initiation: Femininity and Self-Stylization Sometimes, the observation of popular releases and their impact on audiences leads to profound insights into the mechanisms of history – more particularly, of recent, palpable history – which might possibly deliver understandings of times yet to come. One such popular release is the animated musical movie […]
Back to the Nature: 5 Benefits of Spending Time Alone in Nature Regularly
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, the significance of spending time alone in nature is often overlooked or seen as a luxury. As urbanization and technology advance, the disconnect from natural environments grows, making the need to reconnect with nature more urgent, as research and anecdotal evidence consistently show that making this a regular practice […]
“You are too sensitive!”: Gaslighting in Romantic Frameworks and Friendship
In recent years, the term “gaslighting” has entered mainstream discourse, highlighting a form of psychological manipulation which can have devastating effects on an individual’s mental health: gaslighting refers to situations in which where one person attempts to make another doubt their own reality, thus undermining their self-esteem and trust. Although often discussed in the […]
Towards a More Compassionate and Inclusive World
Love, Romance, Gender, Sex and Marriage in Anton Chekhov’s Writings Anton Chekhov (1860-1904), a seminal Russian playwright and short-story writer, made indelible contributions to literature with his acute observations of human nature, often reflecting the complexities and contradictions inherent in interhuman relationships and the underlying societal expectations, with his works being deeply rooted in […]
Remembering the Future: Tom Cruise and the Not-So-Quiet Revolution of Science Fiction Action Cinema by Mid-2010s as Seen in Oblivion (2013)
Introduction Science fiction has always been a fertile ground for exploring complex ideas about humanity’s future, technological advancement, and existential dilemmas. By mid-2010s, science fiction action cinema had already evolved into a sophisticated genre that blended high-concept storytelling with visually stunning, technically advanced cinematography, often anchored by powerful performances from leading actors. This era […]
Passion and Despair: Love, Romance, Gender, Sex, and Marriage in Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights (1847)
Emily Brontë (1818-1848), one of the most enigmatic and equally iconic figures of English literature, authored only one novel during her short life, which also brought her perennial popularity: the singular yet profoundly influential novel Wuthering Heights (1847). Despite this limited output, her writing delves deeply into the themes of love, romance, gender (masculinity […]
The Philosophical Undercurrents of Love, Mental Health, and Identity in Secret Window (2004)
What Secret Window (2004) Teaches Us About Unresolved Trauma and Psychological Fragmentation David Koepp’s 2004 psychological thriller Secret Window, adapted from Stephen King’s novella Secret Window, Secret Garden (1990), delves into complex themes such as love, sex, marriage, romance, gender roles, and mental health, unraveling an unexpectedly profound immersion into human identity and […]
With Love, Against Oppression and Towards Justice: Learning from Victor Hugo
Victor Hugo (1802-1885), one of the most influential writers of the 19th century and of humanity’s cultural history, masterfully wove themes of love, romance, gender, sex, marriage into his novels, offering profound insights into the human condition. His works such as The Hunchback of Notre-Dame (1831) and Les Misérables (1862), set against the backdrop […]