“You’re the first person I thought of” is generally the type of plaudit I’d hope to hear after phrases like: “funniest person ever,” “most creative individual you know,” I’ve devoted an embarrassing amount of time to woolgathering — lost in daydreams that conjure up would-be accolades about the person I aspire to become someday. …

The title of this essay is inspired by Paul Neilan’s novel “Apathy and Other Small Victories”, which is one of my favorite books. It is filled with edgy, dark humor and satire, and I aspire to emulate its style in this post, but I will most likely fail. The day…

Astrology is a fascinating subject that attracts many people’s attention, regardless of their level of interest. It purports to reveal the influence of the stars and planets on one’s personality and fate. However, this idea is met with skepticism and criticism by many. Urban dictionary, for instance, defines astrology as: …

Sensationalism is the contradictory phenomenon of experiencing something shocking that was expected to happen later rather than sooner. Within the realm of theoretical constructs, a potent force is at play, concealed in its capacity to wield harm through the subtle machinations it enacts upon a diverse spectrum of audiences, spanning from the lofty realms of national media enterprises to the more intimate purviews of local rumor mills. …