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Art and the artist.. and the audience

A magical book, with potions, a key, and an owl's feather

The question of separating art from a controversial artist is not new. Unfortunately, for us audience, this can leave some of us feeling a little guilty — especially if we still find ourselves enjoying their creations.

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Should I have said that?

Woman clutching her chest on the floor

Anxiety can often manifest into overthinking conversations and regretting things you said.

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Ginny & Georgia (& Trauma)

A laptop sits on a bed, with Netflix open.

Watching Ginny & Georgia, I question how we cope when we are confronted with triggering content in enjoyable art.

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One answer ChatGPT can’t give

Pen and Paper Journal laying on wooden floorboards

As we watch ChatGPT and other AI disrupt the world around us in real-time, we need to remember that one area can’t be answered by technology alone — how to live effectively as ourselves.

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Moving out

A key on a string is dangling on the edge of a cardboard box.

Living independently is no small feat in life. It takes a lot of courage, but I find it to be a rewarding experience nonetheless. 

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Man, I feel like a woman!

Three women laughing in a sunflower field.

You’re right Shania, the best thing about being a woman is the prerogative to have a little fun!

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Patience for yourself

A puzzle piece falling into place in the bigger puzzle.

Learning the strength in showing yourself patience and slowing down.

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Focus

Dolphin looking like it is smiling underwater with deep blue sea behind it

What is our Focus? It sounds like it’s about planning our future, but it’s actually one of the greatest tools for helping our present.

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Saying goodbye is hard

Men hugging

I’ll be leaving for Adelaide in a few days and that heavy feeling in the pit of my chest is beginning to form, tugging at my heart strings. It’s only a matter of time until the waterworks takeover. Funny thing is this isn’t going to be my first time saying goodbye. I’ve done it heaps but it’s still so hard every time I have to. 

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Eating my way through Malaysia

A glorious seafood feast I had in Kuala Selangor.

I always tell myself that if I don’t gain a kg or two after my summer break in Malaysia, then I probably landed in the wrong country. 

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