Embracing the joy of the outdoors

Being confined inside a building for long periods is draining. At least, that is true for me. After a while, I am itching to be outdoors, to enjoy the cool breeze of the morning, the warmth of the sun in the afternoon, or the beauty of the night. One of the high points of my … Read more

Minimalism is not synonymous with lack

I am an advocate of minimalism. The art of living with less – or living on less. The philosophy that less is more. The conviction that life does not have to be cluttered. Minimalism is about stripping one’s life of clutter, of unnecessary luggage, and leaving it as simple as possible. It is about embracing … Read more

The Exploration Of Youth, And Gatekeeping

Someone used the phrase “the exploration of youth” on Twitter and it got me thinking about the implications of the phrase. Of course, it wasn’t the first time I was hearing it; it is a popular concept. Here are my thoughts on the matter. People talk about the exploration of youth, on the premise that … Read more