Stream of Consciousness
Anime Ruined Western Animation
Do not get me wrong, anime is an amazing form of storytelling, and I am a huge fan but there are a lot of anime inspired showrunners whos’ shows either come to a poorly written end or are canceled and rushed to a conclusion. Given the state of the current animation industry, storytelling is slowly dying. Not in a sense that showrunners cannot write but more like, they have lost their voice to both corporate input and the desire to pay homage to the media that led them to the industry to begin with. It has become a running gag to guess which anime the showrunner was either inspired by or currently interested in. At first it was a few references that felt delightful to catch onto, but now entire characters have become a reference to entire series and the act alone takes me out of the story at times. This has become so prominent that most art teachers are starting to ask, “which anime made you want to be an artist?” I was asked this question, and I was taken aback. It was only the first day and this was the first thing I was asked. So many anime lovers had felt outcasted in their youth during the time when foreign media was deemed as ‘weird’ or ‘pretentious’ due to the lack of dubbing and content that differed from the American media pallet; passe and taboo at times. This is not to say that Western animation has not gotten a much-needed narrative and social pivot, there are so many progressive stories now because of it, but the problem lies in the way the stories are told.
By Dylan-Quinn Harrisabout a year ago in Writers
Beauty In All Things
The first thing I remember is...Red, deep as the farthest reach of space, as warm as the sun. Oak as smooth as silk, for you see the wood had been sanded almost lovingly as if the craftsman wanted nothing more in his entire life than to sand all imperfections from the face of his final masterpiece.
By Saoirse Gunnarabout a year ago in Writers
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Progressive muscle relaxation. Find somewhere comfortable where your body can feel supported. Whether it be sitting in a chair, lying on a bed, or just lying on the floor somewhere, you won't be disturbed. It's important that you don't drive, cook, or use any machinery whilst listening to this relaxation exercise. Turn off or disconnect phones and tell your family members or others that you live with that you're going to take some time to relax and ask them not to disturb you.
By Azar Dawoodabout a year ago in Writers
Lesson in Resilience
As this year draws to an end, I look back not at the calendar but at those moments that tested, shaped, and defined me. For me, 2024 was not a year of great victories or celebrations in grand style. It was the quiet battles fought in the stillness of everyday life that gave lessons which have left an indelible mark on my soul.
By Taviii🇨🇦♐️about a year ago in Writers
"The Boy Who Wrote to Santa: A Christmas Wish from India"
I was 12 years old when I first heard about Christmas and Santa Claus. It was during lunch break at school when my friend Rohan, who came from a Christian family, told me about the festive season. He described a jolly old man with a red suit and a long white beard who brought gifts to children who were good all year. It sounded magical, like something out of a dream.
By Say the truth about a year ago in Writers
The Narrative of My Existential Being
The question of existence still haunts me in the silence of the stillness that loneliness brings with it. To be or not to be, to exist in the coexistence of dualistic forces, to dance with the uncertainty or to play it along the periphery, what I hold certain, has always questioned me, bemoaned me. Truth be told, I beheld the cry for help when its absence called in silent whispers around the blanket of dwelling and absconded its abundant presence over me. There is a painting that traces the bits of serenity in my life, the colors that adorn the hues of the almighty run deep through the veins of my soul to find the brevity of pain. I glance at the picture of Lord Krishna, reminiscing the days that passed by. Darkness sets its sterility in the brimming light of today, as the dawn of today paints itself in the colors of the dusk of yesterday.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Writers
The Psychology of The Money
he psychology of money refers to the ways in which our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors around money shape our financial decisions, attitudes, and well-being. It explores the complex relationship between our emotions, beliefs, and the actions we take with our money, as well as how our mindset influences financial outcomes. Understanding the psychology of money can help people make better decisions, manage stress, and improve their overall financial health.1. Money Mindset
By Jackie Lou Dabalosabout a year ago in Writers
