The Takeover Of Tech Gadgets. Social Skills No Longer Necessary?

The Takeover Of Tech Gadgets. Social Skills No Longer Necessary?

Interactions with robots or machinery are more common than a living, breathing human. Who do we say hello to? Is there anyone to acknowledge anymore? You wake up, thankyou Siri. Your first brew of the day has been programmed to begin at 7am.  A warm sourdough bloomer or Parisian baguette baked daily at your local [...]

Why Does COVID-19 Continue To Divide Society?

Why Does COVID-19 Continue To Divide Society?

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 [...]

A Digital Detox Holiday – Off-Grid; Blissful or Impractical?

A Digital Detox Holiday – Off-Grid; Blissful or Impractical?

A getaway from your everyday life to reset your mind, body and soul. But is no internet too extreme and far worse than staying home? Recently, I saw some flyers advertising holidays, whether that be rural - back to basics or a hi-tech gadget luxurious stay where you have all your home comforts and more [...]

Is It Healthy To Have A Selective Memory?

Is It Healthy To Have A Selective Memory?

Forgiving but not forgetting, remembering meanwhile pursing the fantasy we create by selectively choosing favourable memories and artefacts. Who are we kidding, our mental health whilst suppressing reality? Our life is an accumulation of receipts. There’s a trace for everything. Whether that’s figuratively speaking, metaphorically or theoretically, we can’t ignore what has been or what [...]

Come With Me To Wimbledon 2023!

Come With Me To Wimbledon 2023!

Sport in July only equates to one thing... Tennis, surely? Wimbledon's an incredible event, the world's oldest and arguably most prestigious tennis tournament. Home to tennis lovers and if you're impartial, I'm sure after a few cheeky Pimm's and strawberries and cream to tickle your fancy, you'll be giddy for the next game, set or [...]