I thought there was a packet of cup noodles left in the kitchen. But after a deep closet investigation, the noodles are gone. I thought there was a new episode of True Detective, my favorite … [Read more...]
What the hell is Bitcoin?
Editor's note: I'm becoming more defiant of authorities and financial institutions, hence my growing interest in decentralized digital currencies and the promise of a Bank free world. But the … [Read more...]
Judging? For what?
When given a choice between judging someone and understanding them, we often choose to judge because it's easier, and more socially comforting. I'm 100% guilty of opting for that, with others, … [Read more...]
Minimalism: an organic response
"There are quiet places also in the mind, but we build bandstands & factories on them. Deliberately—to put a stop to the quietness" — A. Huxley When I first read about the life and deeds of … [Read more...]
57 challenging facts about life that could be yelled daily
Although life is still a complete mystery to me, I thought it'd be nice to share a bit of assertive confusion with you my readers, in the form of a random list of facts. Let me warn you: some of these … [Read more...]
The uprising of less
While the advertising industry still promotes a consumerist lifestyle (for obvious reasons), there is rising interest in slow, and less. You might have seen the #simplicity #frugality and … [Read more...]
I don’t know
Saying "I don't know" takes some guts, but it's the right answer, in most cases. And it's probably the healthiest thing to say, too. To others. To yourself. Before reality slams your projects on … [Read more...]
Feeling the gap
"You need to build an ability to just be yourself and not be doing something" - Louis CK Between the time when you send a text asking a girl on a date and the moment when she responds, there's a long … [Read more...]
Learned fearlessness
During the civil wars in feudal Japan, an invading army would quickly sweep into a town and take control. In one particular village, everyone fled just before the army arrived - everyone except the … [Read more...]
A Woman’s take on long distance relationships
Editor's note: This is a guest post from Vilma Blanchemain - my wife. In reading Gaël's account about long distance relationships (our love story). I couldn't help myself asking him if it was okay … [Read more...]