The Human Toll of a Warming Planet Every year, the warnings get louder. The numbers get worse. And yet, the world’s response to climate change remains dangerously slow. The latest report from the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change lays bare a grim reality: climate inaction is not just an environmental issue—it’s a public health catastrophe. In 2025, 12 out of 20 key health … Continue reading The Deadly Cost of Climate Inaction
Climate change and biodiversity loss are two of the most pressing challenges of our time. While they are often treated as separate crises, they are deeply interconnected—and so are their solutions. Among the most promising strategies to address both is the implementation of Nature-based Solutions (NbS): actions that protect, sustainably manage, and restore natural ecosystems to tackle societal challenges, including climate mitigation and adaptation. The … Continue reading Climate Change: Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Future
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than half of the global population now lives in cities. And this will likely be the case for your children, grandchildren, and their descendants: by 2050, 68% of the world’s population will live in urban areas. Billions of people will need housing, often in cities where density has already reached extreme levels, and where new challenges must … Continue reading How Nature and Silence in Urban Design Boost Mental Health
Most adults say they care deeply about animals. Yet, many continue to consume meat regularly — a contradiction known as the meat paradox. Interestingly, this paradox doesn’t emerge overnight. It begins to take shape during adolescence, a critical developmental stage when moral values, social norms, and personal identity start to collide. Recent research from the UK sheds light on how adolescents, compared to adults, may … Continue reading Why Adolescents May Be More Speciesist Than Adults
Step into Nepal’s current political situation through the eyes of a young, visionary doctor I met during my pilgrimage. Continue reading Nepal’s Unrest Through the Eyes of a Young Visionary Doctor
It doesn’t knock. It doesn’t shout. It doesn’t always look like sadness. Loneliness creeps in quietly—into crowded cities, into digital conversations, into homes filled with noise but void of connection. And now, the World Health Organization (WHO) has made it official: loneliness is not just a personal struggle—it’s a global public health threat. A Cigarette a Day? Try Fifteen. Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General and … Continue reading Why Loneliness Is Now a Global Health Crisis
In the unceasing pursuit of economic and financial success, many companies often overlook a critical aspect of their operations: human rights. This harsh reality, known to many, has been corroborated by scientific research, particularly a study titled “Big profits, big harm? Exploring the link between firm financial performance and human rights misbehavior.” The Study: An Overview The research, conducted by Elisa Giuliani and her team, … Continue reading How Companies Sacrifice Human Rights on the Altar of Profits
Today effective climate messaging is more critical than ever. Yet, even as awareness grows, there’s an alarming gap between understanding and action. A new study carried out in the US reveals that people often misjudge which personal behaviors significantly impact carbon emissions. This revelation is crucial for Europe too, where climate change awareness is relatively high, but action must follow suit. Misplaced Beliefs: A European … Continue reading The Pitfalls of Climate Messaging
Reflecting from northern Thailand, I explore life’s big questions amid rapid change and rising AI. Using ChatGPT as a modern oracle, I asked about spirituality, God, and prayer—and shared diverse, thoughtful answers. This post invites you to reflect on technology, uncertainty, and living with intention today.
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We often talk about politics as if it’s something outside of us — distant, disconnected.
But what happens when it seeps into our relationships, our identities, our hearts?
Today, I saw more clearly how our personal stories and lived experiences shape the way we show up in the political space. How our pain, our history, and our longing for belonging all get projected into the public sphere — often without us realizing.
Whether it’s an American grappling with their country’s choices, or a Jewish person reckoning with the actions of the Israeli government — behind every opinion is a human story.
This post isn’t about taking sides.
It’s about remembering our shared humanity in a world that so often forgets it Continue reading When Politics Hurts: The Conflict, Connection, and Unspoken Pain We All Carry
What does hope look like when you’re building a life from scratch—with no safety net, no shortcuts, and no guarantees?
In this interview, I speak with the owner of a small hotel in Nepal about dreams, resilience, and what it means to keep going—day by day, with intention and grit. Born of curiosity and edited through challenge (between the relentless heat and a MacBook that kept freezing), this story is for anyone navigating uncertainty and choosing to begin again and again—because they dare to dream, and they’re determined to create. Continue reading Grit, Growth, and Everyday Courage in Nepal
The celebration of May 1 as international workers day, holds a rich history and diverse significance across the globe. I think it is still crucial celebrating it for honouring the past struggles of workers, raising awareness about current labour issues, advocating for workers’ rights, and fostering a sense of solidarity and community among workers worldwide. The Historical Roots of May Day The origins of May … Continue reading Why It Is Important to Celebrate May Day
Do you remember last year series exploring the concepts of serenity and well-being from Scandinavian countries? I found another one, the Norwegian concept of dugnadsånd, which translates to “community spirit,” and emphasizes the power of collective action, cooperation, and selflessness. What is Dugnadsånd? Dugnadsånd is rooted in the collective willingness of people to come together for community projects. It’s about neighbors helping neighbors, communities clearing … Continue reading Dugnadsånd or Community Spirt, the Norwegian Concept We Need Today
I am a project manager of scientific projects and I recently read a report that sheds light on what Europeans think about science and technology, revealing a complex landscape of opinions and attitudes across the continent. This blog post delves into the key findings of the report, highlighting how Europeans view the role of science and technology in shaping their future. A General Optimism Towards … Continue reading Science and Technology: Insights from a Report
«Have you ever lived in an ashram?” people used to ask me. My answer was, no. But here I am, two months into it, and I can say that ashram life is more than just yoga. Life in an ashram in Rishikesh is a journey of self-discovery—one that challenges you to push beyond what you thought was possible. It demands commitment, acceptance, practice, patience—and then, … Continue reading YOGA AND ASHRAM LIFE
Love is a universal emotion and experience that evolves alongside societal shifts. Inspired by Love is Louder at Bozar in Brussels, this exploration delves into how love is shaped by culture, history, and current realities. I’ll also reflect on how to harness love as a unifying force in increasingly divided times. 1. The Role of Publicity in Shaping Love Publicity and media have profoundly influenced … Continue reading Love in the Modern Era: A Force for Connection in a Divided World
“La nature crée des différences; la société en fait des inégalités” Tahar Ben Jelloun You agree with me that every person is unique, right? So, why do our differences often feel like barriers rather than bridges? Tahar Ben Jelloun, a renowned Moroccan-French writer, captures this paradox with his powerful quote: “Nature creates differences; society creates inequalities.” Nature offers us diversity, but society transforms it into … Continue reading Turning Differences into Equality in Society
When I first stumbled upon Sahil Bloom’s Anti-Networking Guide, the title alone was enough to pique my interest. In a time where networking is often seen as a necessary evil, the idea of an “anti-networking” approach felt like a breath of fresh air, a rebellion against the norm. As someone who has always found traditional networking events somewhat daunting, I found this guide to resonate … Continue reading The Anti-Networking Guide: A Personal Journey
Tomorrow, June 9, 2024, it’s election day in the European Union. I want to share with you the observations of an Italian Professor of Ethics made in 2018 that caught my attention. The professor’s observations resonate deeply with the current state of public discourse, highlighting the profound changes in how opinions are formed and shared in our digital age. His reflections, although penned several years … Continue reading The Evolution of Public Discourse in the Digital Age
The bond which I shared with that little girl, from the kindergarten I once worked at, was truly special. It took some time to adjust to her unique personality, but once I did, I found her utterly fascinating. I couldn’t help but imagine her as a grown-up, in sleek black leather attire, cruising to and from the law office on a motorcycle – a badass … Continue reading The Size And Colour Of a Lie
