Endangerment
The Psychology of Extinction
What endangered species teach us about human nature
Essay
psychology
The Privilege of Eyes
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Money
Money Is Everything and Nothing
If I were to give you a piece of paper, it would be worthless, something you could destroy or discard without consequence, because on its own it holds no meaning beyond what you decide to assign to it. But the moment a face is printed on it and a number
Girlhood
Nostalgia is a Girl’s Best Friend
nostalgia, your grip on me is unbearable. you hold my face with those too-warm, too-familiar hands and drag me back into moments I thought I’d outgrown. you press your fingers against my cheeks and suddenly I’m tasting strawberry yogurt again—the cheap kind that stained the spoon pink—
psychology
Nobody Knows You, Not Even You
People say the person that knows you the most is you, but how true is that?
humanity
Why Are We So Scared of the Future?
For a species that plans, calculates, and dreams, it’s strange how often the future feels like a threat. We build calendars, write goals, and make promises to ourselves, all while carrying a fear about what’s coming. People talk about the future with excitement, but buried in that excitement
humanity
Is Anyone Truly Deserving of Death?
Every society has its monsters. Serial killers, dictators, warlords, terrorists—the names change depending on who you ask, but the reaction is almost always the same. When their crimes are reported, when their victims are remembered, people say it without hesitation: if anyone deserves to die, it’s them. The
humanity
Can Someone Change Wholeheartedly?
People often say, “people don’t change.” It’s a phrase tossed around in arguments, breakups, and even boardrooms. It sounds convincing, even wise, but is it true? Or are we just repeating it because it’s easier to believe that someone will always be who they’ve been? Wholehearted
religion
What Makes a Human ‘Deserving’ of Dignity?
By the time you finish reading this sentence, someone in the world will have been talked down to, denied basic respect, or disregarded entirely—not because they did something wrong, but because of who they are. This happens in courtrooms, classrooms, hospitals, government offices, factory floors, and sidewalks. It’s
Taboo culture
Taboo Culture Kills. Here’s How.
In parts of Nepal, menstruating girls are still made to sleep in outdoor huts. Some have died from exposure or snake bites. In dozens of countries, suicide attempts are still a crime. In many African nations, families of children with autism are told they are cursed. In the Philippines, rape
Essay
The Politics of Beauty
Beauty standards are often dismissed as superficial — a matter of personal taste or cultural preference. But in reality, they function as a form of soft governance, determining who receives social legitimacy, professional access, and personal agency. Across societies, appearance influences credibility, visibility, and mobility. These standards are embedded in institutions,