Hi, my name is Antonia. How are you? I’m good, thank you. Am I vaccinated? Let me double check. I didn’t mean double-vaxxed. I've already said too much, haven't I? I didn’t realise this was a socially acceptable question nowadays. Prior to covid, no one cared about your vaccination status, apart from your GP. Pro or [...]
For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part; starting out life on a lie? Is this when I say, "I do"? It’s the unfortunate truth. Many can’t wait for the picture-perfect flowers, veil, white dress and honeymoon. But what does [...]
Battle of the sexes. Why is a women’s role, choice or purpose still being questioned by men? Women. Men. Equality, to a point. But biologically, mentally and physically, we’ll never be the same. So why abuse the apparent disparity?I've noticed a growing number of men for example, express an intense grievance which they at times [...]
Crying wolf after welcoming venom with open arms; self-harm or short-sighted stupidity?The more we see, the more we age, the more savvy and informed we’re meant to become. After all, life lessons are wake up calls. But why do we constantly hit the snooze button?It can be a bitter pill to swallow, the truth triggering [...]
Is smiling easier to portray than sadness? Yes, as questions are diverted away by simply manipulating your facial muscles opposing your automatic emotional response which wouldn’t be classified as ‘normal’. It’s now routine. The 3rd party thoughts, preconceptions and sometimes pity that follow are stomach churning and make you relive the reality you wish to [...]
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