In today's world there is much that demands my negative attention. Climate change. The rising tide of nationalism across the western world. Impending ecosystem collapse. Mass extinction. These are existential threats. They seem to exist as issues that are at... Continue Reading →
Despite the growth I've made in my life, and the better person I believe I have become, I find myself constantly concerned with the opinions of others. None of us could consider ourselves perfect, though there's no denying that many... Continue Reading →
I've never considered myself a brave person. I'm very non-confrontational. I don't like heated arguments with people (although I love a friendly debate) and I would likely back down if threatened at all. It has been said, however, that the... Continue Reading →
Any day, at almost any time I may die. I may not have finished my novel. I may not have finished my studies. I may not have achieved many of my goals. All I can hope for, all I can... Continue Reading →
I love food. I know most people enjoy it. We all eat things we like, for the most part. It's a part of that biological incentive to keep eating. Y'know, so we don't die. But I really love food. Tomorrow,... Continue Reading →
One of the oldest questions in history can be summed up in just three words: 'what is happiness?' Many might relate it to good things happening, or maybe more good things than bad things. It could be about pleasure over... Continue Reading →
So far so good, as far as my psych is concerned. I've been lucky enough to have appointments with someone who doesn't beat around the bush, who gives it to me straight, who only asks me to be honest with... Continue Reading →
Those who have spoken to me much recently might be aware that it was my intention to return to University this year. When I missed the cut off for mature age students, I determined that my best course of action... Continue Reading →
So to start with, a story. A few months ago I began to learn how to play the Ukulele. Well, again. It's a great creative outlet, and a relatively simple instrument to play. Plus, it allows me to expand my... Continue Reading →
Alexander McMahon 