They say that a film is the culmination of thousands of ideas. Well you don't have to have all those ideas once you step on set. You can, if you wish, 'scrapbook'. A process whereby you take note of all the techniques/moments/ideas you like from other sources and might potentially use in future productions. Thereby … Continue reading Scrapbooking →

In the script for 'Reservoir Dogs' we see a few peculiarities. Peculiarities such as precise descriptions of the movement of the camera and instead of generic terms like 'music plays' we have Stealer's Wheel's hit 'Stuck in the middle with you' plays over the speaker. It is a level of specificity that Tarantino does not … Continue reading Risky reservoir dog →

Change doesn't happen without tension. The agonising torture of a bad performance review, the discomfort of a scolding, the awkwardness of your poor small talk, the feeling of inadequacy, the thought of being left behind, a look of disgust, the pain of being ridiculed for your eccentricity. Whilst it might feel uncomfortable, if one's goal … Continue reading Change and tension →

The cure for bitterness and resentment is a courageous act. Let's take for example a difficult conversation. The mere thought of it will terrify most and they will dismiss their bones of contention as minor manageable inconveniences. On the other hand, if one goes through with the tough conversation then the bitterness and resentment are … Continue reading Cure for bitterness →

I've known Don for decades but I can never reach him emotionally. It's all surface level superficial small talk. I have never witnessed his gooey soft side, it remains well hidden beneath his hard exterior. Sally on the other hand I've known for a hot minute but it feels like we are deeply connected. We … Continue reading Reach them emotionally →

On a night out your suggestions for change can be dismissed as drunken gibberish. If you get too emotional, the accused can divert attention away from what you say to how you're saying it and whisper stupid things to others like - oh it must be that time of the month again. But when your … Continue reading Dispassionate criticisms →

It's very dangerous to not care because then you act with reckless abandon but then again, you only have one life that could end at any moment. Can you afford to spend it miserable?

Hygiene maintenance? Mental health? An exercise in control? A means to avoid a scolding? A distraction from loneliness? A reminder that life is suffering? Inspiration for a blog post? Alright, it's time to actually do it now.

It was 4 hours into an 8 hour flight and Hilda was doing a great job of not making eye contact or interacting whatsoever with the man beside her with the giant coat. Then he took his coat off and revealed an extreme knitting badge pinned to his jumper. Hilda couldn't believe it. It was … Continue reading Stranger to community member →

I think there will never be a definitive answer. I think choose the one that makes you feel best. If it helps you sleep at night feeling that you can change your life then go for it! If it calms your nerves knowing it's all part of a plan and things will work out in … Continue reading Fate or free will →