A reflection on people who throw soup on paintings in the name of 'protest' Why people destroy. And how to create.
8 Mile: The Powerful Psychological Trick Of Stealing Thunder
8 Mile is a 2002 drama, telling the story of Jimmy “B-Rabbit” Smith Jr (played by Eminem) a working-class factory worker from Detroit. The viewer experiences the struggles in his daily life, working a low paid job, and getting into scraps with a rival rap gang, and trying to launch a career in hip-hop, where … Continue reading 8 Mile: The Powerful Psychological Trick Of Stealing Thunder
Let’s talk about passive aggression towards men’s mental health
It was another day at the office, as I prepared my morning breakfast I got involved in the usual kitchen conversations: “Did you hear about Mike?” Ellie my colleague asked, with a touch of sneer in her voice “…he’s quit to go work helping men or something…” Ellie gave a smirk, the type you give … Continue reading Let’s talk about passive aggression towards men’s mental health
Do Affirmations Work?
One habit that I have followed religiously since I read Scott Adams book "How to fail at almost everything and still win big" to encourage me to think positively and focus on what I want is affirmations. What is an affirmation? An affirmation is basically something that you say to yourself in order to help … Continue reading Do Affirmations Work?
One simple way to improve your job application
Want to know how to make a job application or covering letter more appealing to your potential new employer? For many years when I completed job applications I always thought from the perspective of myself - the skills, knowledge and experience that I could offer - which in theory sounds right because I am showing … Continue reading One simple way to improve your job application
Fēijī
Fēijī - it means Airplane in Mandarin Chinese. When I was at University we had the option to do an additional language course on top of the regular degree. As it was evening study the courses weren't too popular as most students were too busy getting drunk. But studying Business it seemed logical to learn Mandarin. Upon … Continue reading Fēijī