When Ibrahimovic left Man United, any rumours of a toxic environment were squashed by the simple fact that Zlatan has proven to never stay in one place for very long. So, no, of course there's no toxic culture. That's just Zlatan doing Zlatan. Then when Wayne Rooney left United for Everton people chalked it down … Continue reading Explained away →

In the making of Strawberry fields forever John Lennon requested that they make a few options for the background music. One version had trumpets and cellos and the other was a psychedelic eastern sound. But the project had come to a halt as it was now time for John to decide which one he wanted. … Continue reading Indecisive and afraid of failure →

Peter is always at the panic stations. He's there so often that when he finally gets a break from the madness he goes straight for a cigarette. The avalanche of catastrophes wears him out so much that he can't bring himself to visit the forward thinking room to avoid future panic, he just desperately needs … Continue reading Panic stations Peter →

His dad's warnings went unheeded. His mum's cautionary tale went unnoticed. His classmate's experience failed to curb his desire. It was only the overwhelming feeling of death during his first hangover that finally Burtram realised alcohol wasn't for him. "The burned hand teaches best. After that advice about fire goes to the heart" JRR Tolkien

I don't feel so good. But I can't take a sick day.Why?Because I have to get on top of things.Why?Because only then will I feel in control.This is the monkey holding onto the treasure that can't fit through the hole. As long as he holds onto the gold he is trapped. It hasn't occurred to … Continue reading Can’t be sick →

It was a dark day for productivity when the intern figured out if you don't ask for work you'll be left alone. It was a lesson that immediately created a fork in the road for the rest of the internship. Say nothing and coast to an easy pay day or put your hand up for … Continue reading Not asking for more work →

It was their second date, she was in the middle of telling a story when he cut across her with:'So, are you seeing anyone else?'It's blunt, obvious and flattering.If the date was going horribly he wouldn't be asking. He'd be thinking of ways to get out of there.The question's sub text says I want you … Continue reading Are you seeing anyone else? →

Can I have a sweet?No!The two year old then hangs their head in disappointment.What about an apple?Chin still firmly on the chest, not budging.Yes they're trying to manipulate you but it's so delightfully obvious and coming from an innocent source that we call it cute.The thing is, I reckon we're all still like that two … Continue reading Subtle manipulations →

I posit that movies are the favourite art forms of overthinkers.Why?Because it's immersive.Standing in front of a painting doesn't make the noise in your head shut up like a rich plot demanding high concentration levels.Outdoor art is susceptible to outdoor conditions dominating the experience. Wet socks in a muddy field on a freezing evening makes … Continue reading Overthinking cinema →

I can understand how workaholics become so.We grew up being good kids for teachers and parents, doing what they said and what they liked.Then more time passed and we replaced the parent or teacher with a boss and knew instinctively to avoid trouble we had to do what they liked.Unfortunately chasing approval has overdosing capabilities … Continue reading The birth of a workaholic →