Perhaps the most important question ever asked was, “To be, or not to be?” Equally important question, in my opinion, is, “To love, or not to love?” This is what British author C.S. Lewis (November 29, 1898–November 22, 1963) explores in his book “The Four Loves.” It’s a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities … Read more
A few years ago, my friends and I hosted a series of informal third-place meetups for English learners. We engaged in a range of activities aimed at improving their language skills: talking about current events, playing board games, or watching and discussing short movies. It was the best of times; it was a season of … Read more
If you spend more than five minutes on my blog, you’ll notice that I’m a lover of quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. Now I’ve found a new source — my favorite TV shows. “The Wheel of Time,” an American fantasy television … Read more
“Know 99% about 1%,” proclaims the famous 80/20 principle. “Become an expert on a narrow front.” It all sounds good. But what if you’re not there yet? You have to start somewhere, right? This is what American poet Robert Frost (March 26, 1874–January 29, 1963) explores in a portion of the interview he gave to … Read more