• Masculine and Feminine: Restrictive Labels That Hinder Us All
    Jun 24 2024

    On this episode we will touch on the rigid binary that holds our society in a chokehold. Understanding the limits these heavy labels place upon us helps us better integrate both equally to become whole as an individual. Happy Pride!!

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    20 mins
  • Moist: A Phonetic Nightmare For All
    May 23 2024

    In today's episode, we tackle one of the English language's most nauseating words. It's collectively hated for its connotation to unclean, dampness among other things. The cultural phenomenon of distain for this word and its usage is fascinating! So let's dive in.

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    15 mins
  • Freedom: Existing in a World of Unbridled Restrictions
    Apr 11 2024

    The concept of freedom can feel illusive to many, and today we explore the more well known concepts of freedom and how its application ( or lack thereof) can make or break us as a society. In order to ensure we are fully exercising our freedoms, we must first know exactly what they are!

    Show Notes: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freedom

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    23 mins
  • Empathy: Heart bonds and Humanity
    Mar 11 2024

    On this episode, we explore the concept of empathy while understanding the importance of finding commonality towards each other as a way to foster our humanity. Building bridges, not walls feels so important now more than ever, and I hope bringing focus to our need for connection helps someone, somewhere feel heard and seen.

    Content warning: Mentions of self harm, war, and genocide.

    Show Notes:

    https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/10/a-short-history-of-empathy/409912/

    Dictionary.com : https://www.dictionary.com/browse/empathy

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    22 mins
  • Dichotomy: Exploring the Essence of Duality
    Feb 20 2024

    In today's episode, we will understand the importance of the word 'Dichotomy" as we confront the paradoxes inherent in dualistic thinking while also challenging the conventional notions of binary opposition.

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    13 mins
  • Resist: Standing Strong in a World of Adversity
    Feb 5 2024

    Together in this episode, we uncover the dynamics of resistance in an ever changing world and find ways to stand up for ourselves in a society that would rather us remain silent. I hope to uncover aspects of the word resist that will help us advocate for ourselves and our wellbeing.

    Show notes/Citations:

    Dictionary.com

    https://americanhistory.si.edu

    yesmagazine.org

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    23 mins
  • Serendipity: Unexpected Blessings In All The Right Places
    Jan 21 2024

    On this episode, we will find the hidden potential and benefits in unexpected circumstances. The word SERENDIPITY brings us into its mythical, illusive world to help us be more aware of the possibilities in our lives.

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    NOTES AND CITATIONS:

    (Zameer Careem/TMZ the historian YOUTUBE/theteknologist.wordpress.com)

    Towards a Theory of Serendipity: A Systematic Review and Conceptualization

    https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/joms.12890

    dictionary.com

    http://MerriamWebsters.com

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    22 mins
  • Existentialism: The Sobering Awareness of Existence
    Jan 8 2024

    On our very first full length episode, we will explore how the word “existentialism” contributed to my own personal period of life reflection. And inadvertently aided in the creation of this podcast. We briefly cover the origins of the word, variations, and most importantly, the impact that existentialism has on our psyche, spiritual growth and well being. Thanks for learning and listening with me!

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    15 mins