occasional reflections on culture & politics
An update highlighting new videos on the Erratic Attempts YouTube channel, including reflections on politics, culture, and philosophy. The post encourages viewers to engage with multimedia content that complements the blog’s written work.
Announces new content on the YouTube channel, including reflections on politics, philosophy, and culture. Invites viewers to engage with multimedia extensions of the blog’s themes.
The slap at the Oscars was wrong, but Smith apologized. Continuing to vilify him reflects a punitive culture obsessed with moral purity. Forgiveness and proportionality are essential to public discourse. Let the apology stand.
Restless Tail Syndrome: I think that is a thing! And it wiggles! Almost always!
Haven't we learnt our lesson? Apparently not. Delta is a game changer, this is far from over. Double vaccination is no longer enough. Please be careful everyone.
It is finally done: Symphony 4: Elegy, demo music available on Soundcloud.
Looking into a loving cat's eyes encapsulates pure bliss. Animals understand life's essence, and their presence enriches our existence. We should take time to connect with non-human companions, like dogs or birds. While the author favors cats, any animal can provide comfort and joy in our lives.
A brief reflection on exhaustion—physical, emotional, and existential. The post acknowledges burnout and the need for rest, empathy, and patience. Tiredness is not weakness; it’s a signal to pause, reflect, and recalibrate.
Declaring the pandemic over is political theater, not public health. Such posturing endangers lives and undermines trust. The virus doesn’t respond to speeches—it responds to behavior. Real leadership means facing facts, not staging illusions.
A collection of brief reflections—philosophical, observational, and poetic. The post captures transient insights on life, culture, and perception, inviting readers to pause and consider the texture of thought itself.
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