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The dangers of misplaced online aggression
The anonymity of social media allows people to lash out at any target, regardless of whether they deserve it
Things I miss about Ramadan
Have we stopped valuing the small things that meant so much to us when we were young, or is it just the curse of growing up?
Throwback Thursday: 'Full House'
The classic sitcom harkens back to a golden age of loving family dynamics and valuable life lessons
Playing the kalimba taught me about grief
As I learned to play the African musical instrument, emotions I had long hidden away floated to the surface
Is ‘Dune’ white saviour propaganda?
The sci-fi epic brings to mind colonialist tales like ‘Lawrence of Arabia’, but its ultimate message may be more complex
Poetry is a primal part of our humanity
The rhymes, rhythms, and melodies of poetry connect us to something deep within ourselves and allow us to express it
The art of fitting in
Face-to-face with expectations, we can sometimes paper over what makes us distinct to be accepted
How 'Dragon Ball Z' helped me make friends
The beloved anime was a touchstone that helped me connect to others during the awkward years of adolescence