One does not simply sit down in a busy restaurant and not have a game of glances.You know the game.It's the one where you are compelled to survey your surroundings, particularly the other patrons, while obeying the unwritten rules of social etiquette (namely, don't get caught looking and if you do get caught have the … Continue reading Game of glances →

Although the bookshop and the library are peddling the same product the contrasting attempts at profitability are felt everywhere. You can see it in the decor, the lighting, the staff, and most of all the books. In the bookstore, the books are presented in a way that shows off their colour and shininess that encourages … Continue reading Bookshop v library →

The men's team will stroll to victory. It won't be a challenge. It will be a coronation. But the women's team are up against it. They have a massive mountain to climb. In 10 years they have never won a single game. Nobody expects anything from them. Everyone doubts them. In that regard, I reckon … Continue reading Female Roger Bannisters →

One does not simply get alerted to a green light by another car at the traffic lights and drive away at a reasonable pace. Humiliation dictates that you have to drive away at top speed.

Losing weight became a lot easier once I removed the pain I was eating to avoid.

The 'I owe you one' is a flawed favour reciprocator. You see now it's on the person who did the favour to remember who they did a favour for (do they have to start a log book?), plus become comfortable calling in favours (even the long time ago ones), and cash it in with an … Continue reading I owe you one →

If ever there was an exercise in empathy it is the Paralympics. So many varying disabilities, so many accommodations to make. If the mishap with the blind racers being told who won via the big screen that one time is the only organizational mistake then I think Paris did pretty well. It seemed like they … Continue reading Paralympic empathy →

The fear of being alone was driving these two together. But their insecurities are also pushing them apart. It's like a delicate emotional tug of war. While the pros outweigh the cons they're just adults having fun. But when the balance tips and the drama exceeds the benefits it's a dysfunctional relationship like you've never … Continue reading Emotional tug of war →

Lil Jimmy is tired but he's not aware of it. His subconscious is running the show, keeping Jimmy's eyes open by giving him a shot of dopamine every time he starts to lag. Tiktok is preventing Jimmy from realizing his body deeply craves rest. Will Jimmy figure out the short term hits are killing him? … Continue reading Jimmy’s tired →

Greg has invited Alex over for dinner. Why is that noteworthy? Because despite being related, Greg and Alex don't get on with each other. And yet the invitation was sent. Most likely out of duty to Greg's mother. Because Greg's mother Sian always loved the idea of a close knit family and Greg doesn't realise … Continue reading Alex’s invited over →