Why Autism Isn’t a Trend – And Why I Hate the Term ‘Neurospicy’
An essay on the rise of “neurospicy” as a trend, the misuse of ADHD as a parenting excuse, and why autism is not a quirky personality trait. Written from an autistic perspective.
What If All Newspaper Headlines Had to Be Truthful?
A whimsical, satirical essay imagining a world where newspaper headlines had to be completely truthful, from underwhelming sports results to painfully accurate weather reports.
The Life Cycle of a Carrier Bag (And What It Teaches Us About Life)
From proud shopping essential to forgotten cupboard dweller, the humble carrier bag’s journey mirrors our own. A humorous, philosophical look at its life cycle—and what we can learn from it.
The Reluctant March into Middle Age
Getting older comes with unexpected challenges—mysteriously vanishing glasses, knees that click like haunted floorboards, and an unsettling enthusiasm for bin liners. A humorous look at the march into middle age.
Georg Simmel – The Patron Saint of Social Awkwardness
Why is small talk so painful? Why do we overshare with strangers but avoid deep conversations with friends? Georg Simmel, the patron saint of social awkwardness, explains it all. This humorous deep dive into his theories explores why modern life...
If Historical Figures Had LinkedIn Profiles
What if historical figures had LinkedIn profiles? From Julius Caesar to Napoleon, explore how famous leaders might have presented themselves in the ultimate networking arena.