108. The intersection of blogging, nature, and learning
Blogging began as a way for me to explore my thoughts and share my experiences, but it has since evolved into a platform for continuous learning and growth. Through writing, I’ve discovered the deep connections between nature, knowledge, and self-expression, finding that each of these elements enriches the others in profound ways. This blog explores how the intersection of blogging, nature, and learning has shaped my journey of personal and intellectual growth.
98. Learning to live: my journey with mental illness
Books have been my constant companions in the journey of living with mental illness, offering not only knowledge and understanding but also solace and hope. Through reading, I’ve discovered new ways of thinking, coping, and finding meaning in the face of mental health challenges. This blog explores how literature has influenced my experience of mental illness, shaping my perspective and providing a lifeline in times of struggle.
89. Navigating mental illness through literature
Mental illness is a complex and often isolating experience, but reading can serve as a powerful lifeline, offering solace, understanding, and a path toward healing. Through literature, we can find reflections of our own struggles, gain insights into the nature of mental health, and discover new ways of coping with the challenges we face...
88. The infinite journey of learning
Reading and learning are cyclical processes that feed into each other, creating an ever-expanding loop of knowledge, reflection, and personal growth. When we engage deeply with literature, we embark on an infinite journey of discovery, where each book builds upon the last, creating new layers of understanding and insight. This blog explores the idea that reading and learning are not linear but exponential, each experience with a book or idea contributing to an ongoing process of intellectual and personal development.
87. Literature as a reflection on mortality
Mortality is a theme that literature has long grappled with, offering readers a space to explore the complexities of life and death. Two books that have profoundly shaped my understanding of these themes are Gravel Heart by Abdulrazak Gurnah andCrime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Through these novels, I have not only engaged with the stark realities of mortality but also contemplated the possibility of redemption and the search for meaning in a world where death is inevitable...
86. How literature teaches us to experience the world
One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned from reading is the power of "show, don’t tell." This principle, which emphasizes the importance of conveying meaning through experience and imagery rather than direct exposition, has profoundly influenced both my writing and my approach to understanding the world. This blog explores how literature teaches us to show rather than tell, revealing the deeper layers of meaning and experience...