Today I remembered the episode my mind snapped on a subway a couple of days ago. I want to archive it here. I was taking the U9 line to get to Zoologischer Garten while peacefully wandering in my thoughts. It is then I noticed an elderly man with a crutch looking rather unstable in his … Continue reading Subway series: humans
Sketches: what is happiness?
I am determined and uncomprimised, I am relaxed and dubious, I am a woman of my word, I am silly, I am childish, I am strong and unbreakable, I am free. So are the ones around me. I am strict, I am proud I am wild or am I tender? I am the light, I … Continue reading Sketches: what is happiness?
Why complex is good for you
Having a complex mind with simple wording is something to think about. I remember reading somewhere that exposing your brain to the art, poetry, music which you barely understand is actually good for you. Your brain cells stay active and so, it tries to connect dots. Now imagine you train your mind. You understand complex … Continue reading Why complex is good for you
What is life?
Life is knowing that it won't ever get easier. Yet it is the only path in discovering your true limitless self.. Times and times again.
Sketches: nothing
I am the East. I'm the West. I am the cold wind. I am the burning sun. Is it real or just a lie? Who cares if I'm so alive.
Alive…
Imagine you talk and your eyes burn with aspiration, Imagine you listen and your eyes get lost in admiration, Imagine you cook and your eyes eat with intention, You are lost, You are fucked up, You are you.. How beautiful to be so alive.
Berlin in crisis?
March 25th. Berlin. 22:00 Not a soul on the streets. Only random police cars. People passing by. Only two or with family. Non-existing. But happy? New beginnings. Berlin never felt this way before. Unspoken. Empty. No one size fits all. Federal. Democratic. Liberal.
Emotions in a playlist
First job: Gorillaz / Feel good Inc.First time in Berlin: Freddy Mercury / Bohemian RhapsodyFirst love: Oasis / Wonderwall First teenage coolness: Blue / You make me wannaFirst childhood coolness: Beatles / MichelleFirst friendships: Kenan Dogulu / Tutamıyorum ZamanıFirst virtual crush: Willy Nelson / Look around youFirst festival: Kings of Leon / Sex on Fire … Continue reading Emotions in a playlist
From a conversation with a stranger..
Avoid saying a "no" in a negotiation process first. Even if the negotiation process fails for you, you get the information out of it. Put your mind or body into the most uncomfortable situation. Notice the struggle and frustration. Celebrate the growth.Listen to Ludovico Einaudi - 7 days of walking. He describes composing the music … Continue reading From a conversation with a stranger..
My takeaways for a better writing
I just finished reading an article about George Orwell's 6 rules for good writing by Steven Gambardella. Here are my takeaways: Never use metaphors that are mainstream and everywhere in the media. Challenge yourself and most importantly the reader to focus and understand your point. Stay short, no need for long sentences. Never use passive … Continue reading My takeaways for a better writing
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