Rhonda Byrne's The Secret, first published in 2006, promises a transformative approach to life, centred around the idea of the "Law of Attraction"—the concept that one's thoughts directly shape reality. This book, part self-help, part philosophical inquiry, presents an overarching theme: positive thinking can magnetize success, health, and happiness, while negative thoughts attract the inverse. With … Continue reading Mindset Monday Book Reviews: The Secret by Rhonda Byrne
From Exploitation to Sustainability: Bauman’s Vision for a Post-Colonial, Eco-Socialist Future
Zygmunt Bauman, a prominent sociologist and philosopher, is well-known for his analysis of modernity and postmodernity, with a focus on the fluid and interdependent nature of contemporary societies. Applying Bauman's ideas, we can explore the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. These systems are intertwined and mutually reinforcing, leading to a cycle … Continue reading From Exploitation to Sustainability: Bauman’s Vision for a Post-Colonial, Eco-Socialist Future
Weekend Book Reviews: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way, first published in 1992, remains a seminal work in the realm of creative self-help and artistic development. This influential book offers a comprehensive, twelve-week program designed to foster creativity and overcome artistic blocks. Through a combination of practical exercises, spiritual guidance, and introspective techniques, Cameron provides readers with a roadmap to … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
Weekend Book Reviews: Utopia Impulses: Contemporary Ceramics Practice by Ruth Chambers
Ruth Chambers’ Utopia Impulses: Contemporary Ceramics Practice emerges as a seminal text in the discourse on modern ceramic art. In this illuminating exploration, Chambers offers a panoramic view of contemporary ceramic practice, embedding her analysis within a rich tapestry of artistic, theoretical, and cultural contexts. The book is structured with meticulous precision, guiding the reader through an … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: Utopia Impulses: Contemporary Ceramics Practice by Ruth Chambers
Echoes of Empire: The Hyperreality and Collapse of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Jean Baudrillard, a French sociologist, philosopher, and cultural theorist, is known for his critical analysis of contemporary society, particularly through concepts like hyperreality, simulacra, and the political economy of the sign. Applying Baudrillard's theories, one can explore the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Interconnectivity Colonialism and Imperialism: Baudrillard would argue that … Continue reading Echoes of Empire: The Hyperreality and Collapse of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Friday’s Fiction Review – 2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C. Clarke
"2001: A Space Odyssey"(1968) is a seminal work of science fiction that emerged from a unique collaboration between Arthur C. Clarke and filmmaker Stanley Kubrick. Published concurrently with the release of Kubrick's film of the same name, the novel delves into themes of human evolution, artificial intelligence, and the vast mysteries of the cosmos. Plot … Continue reading Friday’s Fiction Review – 2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C. Clarke
Cracks in the Empire: The Interwoven Myths and Inevitable Collapse of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Roland Barthes, a seminal figure in semiotics and critical theory, provides a useful framework for understanding the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Barthes' theories on myth, language, and ideology help elucidate how these systems are intertwined and why they may be inherently unsustainable. Interconnectivity Myth and Ideology: Barthes' concept of myth … Continue reading Cracks in the Empire: The Interwoven Myths and Inevitable Collapse of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
The Interwoven Unsustainability of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism: Bakunin’s Critique and Pathways to Sustainable Alternatives
Mikhail Bakunin, a key figure in the development of anarchist thought, offers a critical perspective on the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. His views help elucidate how these systems interlink and perpetuate unsustainable social structures, as well as suggest sustainable alternatives. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability Colonialism: Bakunin would argue that colonialism is … Continue reading The Interwoven Unsustainability of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism: Bakunin’s Critique and Pathways to Sustainable Alternatives
Rethinking the Foundations: Badiou’s Vision for Sustainable Alternatives to Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Alain Badiou's philosophy offers a rich framework for analyzing and critiquing the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. By leveraging his concepts, we can explore how these systems interrelate and propose sustainable alternatives. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability Colonialism and Capitalism Colonialism, the control or influence of one nation over another, often involves the … Continue reading Rethinking the Foundations: Badiou’s Vision for Sustainable Alternatives to Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves
Emotional Intelligence 2.0, authored by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves, presents itself as a timely, accessible guide to understanding and improving emotional intelligence (EI) in an increasingly complex world. Drawing from the foundational work of Daniel Goleman, who popularized the term in the 1990s, Bradberry and Greaves endeavor to move EI from a theoretical framework … Continue reading Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves
The New Renaissance Mindset 