The idea of retirement seems like a good one. Wake up anytime you want, there is nobody to boss you around, no stress and no worries. Before the end of 19 century, there wasn’t such a thing. People continued working until old age when they were no longer able to do the work. In 1881 …
In some cultures, broken glass or a bowl is a sign of good luck that will bring wealth and fortune. In my experience, it is usually a prediction of a trip to a homewares shop and a slightly lighter bank account. Broken pieces are usually swept on a dustpan and thrown out. On rare occasions, …
Introduction – Why Do We Need Friends Whether you are a classic introvert or sit somewhere in a middle we all need human connection. Studies show that people are increasingly feeling lonelier. This was even before the start of the pandemic. Loneliness is not just a sad feeling. It has severe health implications leading to …
Being single can be fun when you don’t consider it to be a burden. Having dinners, going to movies, or music gigs can be equally enjoyable alone but it takes time to get comfortable doing it this way. If you are going to do something by yourself, here is some advice on how you can …
I like to learn. I usually try a new hobby every year to see if I want to commit to it long-term. In my view the old saying “a jack of all trades and master of none” no longer holds true. The world has become a bit more complicated with us changing interests and careers …
I would not be alive today if it wasn’t for my grandma Margarita. This was before I was born and my dad was only a little boy. My grandmother’s school where she worked as a teacher organized a riverboat cruise on Labor Day in mid-spring. The weather was sunny and everyone was excited about going …
I was told for my school days that I had to get good marks. Good marks meant a bright future, better options with higher education, a job that pays well and finally (drum roll please!) happiness. This thinking permeates our grown-up existence. And it has to stop as it is a non-sustainable practice that affects …
The term “Ersatz” originated in the First World War it literally means a replacement in german. During the war, Germany experienced shortages of ingredients and materials to produce everyday things. As a result, they used substitutes that were cheaper and readily available at the expense of quality. This gave birth to synthetic leather, pea sausages …
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ChatGPT has been on the news for the last couple of weeks and most people accepted that it is here to stay. The rise of machines did not happen with red-eyed metal robots stepping out of the production line. It all came down to a web app and discussions on future job losses. The story …
