Nicole Y. Adams
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Nicole Y. Adams is a freelance commercial German/English marketing and PR translator and editor based in Brisbane, Australia. 🌴☕ www.nyacommunications.com
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The Relationship Between Desire and Sexual Objectification
According to Canadian philosophy professor Patricia Marino, objectification is using a person as a mere means for sexual pleasure, and according to American philosopher Martha C. Nussbaum, objectification means regarding or treating a human being as an object in the context of a sexual relationship. This would mean we reduce them to a physical object devoid of their own choices and agency, purely existing to provide the pleasure we desire.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Filthy
Setting Up Your Home Office as a New Freelancer
When people hear the word 'freelancer', they often imagine a scruffy, unkempt guy in his pyjamas, working on his laptop in bed or on the couch. And sometimes this may indeed reflect reality. Needless to say, though, this is not an ideal scenario! Ideally, as a freelancer, you should have a separate office or at least a dedicated workspace in another part of your home.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Lifehack
When The World Fell Silent — Appreciating The gift Of Lockdown
It's no secret: I'm an introvert. I like to keep to myself and am happiest snuggled up in my pyjamas at home, sitting at my desk writing or watching a documentary on Netflix. Going out and having to be places often stresses me out. So imagine my relief when Australia started to go into lockdown in late March. My usual café? Closed. My son's soccer training? Cancelled. Chess club? Nope. Group outings and social gatherings? Hello, Zoom!
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Humans
How to Deal With Dry Spells as a Solopreneur
According to a 2018 NPR/Marist poll, almost half of contract workers (49%) have incomes that vary from month to month or seasonally. This comes with the territory and, in my experience, applies even more to newly established freelancers.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Journal
Computer-Assisted Translation Systems Versus Machine Translation
We’re all familiar with Google Translate and have probably used it at one point or another. But do we really know what’s behind it and what the language industry makes of automated translation tools? If you’re an individual or a company stakeholder considering using a translation service for your documents or website, in particular, you should be aware of these technologies to make an informed decision. I’ve been using translation technologies for two decades in my capacity as German-to-English translator, so let’s take a closer look!
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in 01
What If Your Therapist Is Your Soulmate?
You've probably seen numerous Hollywood films or read romantic novels highlighting the scandalous event of two people being soulmates, despite the circumstances they're in. Maybe it was a student/teacher duo or even a doctor/patient situation that kept you hooked into the storyline, rooting for the characters to pull through. Though it makes for great entertainment, the reality of these friendships happens more often than you may think.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Psyche
The Grisly Murder of Fahim Saleh
Imagine for a moment that you are a young, prospering entrepreneur, own a $2 million luxury home in the heart of Manhattan's Lower East Side, and have a bright future ahead of you. You are loved by millions, and your mission to change the world for the better is finally unfolding after years of dedicated hard work. You have spent your entire life coming up with inventive ideas, being creative, and making money while still in high school due to your dedication. You were an entrepreneur by birth and realized it at an early age to really make a name for yourself before you even hit age 35.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Criminal
The Heartbreaking Kidnapping Case of 9-Year-Old Michaela Garecht
We all know the feeling of waiting for something important. The anxiety and anticipation can feel overwhelming, but on November 1988, Sharon Murch felt this horrible sensation to a degree that most parents couldn't even imagine. She had been standing in her kitchen, washing dishes from that morning's breakfast, when her husband came in and told her to call 911. Her daughter had been kidnapped. It would be 32 years of that awful waiting before justice would partially be satisfied, but Sharon Murch would never again see her first child.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Criminal
Be The Parent That Yor Parents Were Not — Breaking The Cycle
Not everyone grew up in an ideal home with loving parents who put them first. Not everyone had a mum and dad who kissed them every night before bed, cooked them healthy meals, and strived to ensure they were happy. And not everyone can look back on their childhood and feel joy and peace from it. In fact, many may still be to this day actively trying to block out those memories as they spark too much pain.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Families
So My Therapist Asked Me Out For Coffee
With a history of childhood trauma, anxiety and other ailments, therapy had been a godsend for me. Luckily, I hit the jackpot with my very first therapist, Sheryl, and felt I really connected with someone for the first time. It all went well for a few years —until one day she suddenly announced she was about to retire.
By Nicole Y. Adams4 years ago in Psyche
