Sociability
The Great Nickname Lottery
Quite often you have little or no influence over whether you have a nickname and what that nickname is. As a kid I always wanted a nickname. A nickname could tell you a lot about an teenager eager to impress and wow the ladies. I had a few in my time but [...]
The Movie of Your Life
Movies are generally split into three acts: the setup, which ends with a major plot development; the main part of the story where the characters try to reach their objectives, usually encountering one more major plot development; and the conclusion, where all the loose ends are tied up before the credits roll. Beginning, middle [...]
Alcohol versus Productivity
This is going to be a slightly tongue-in-cheek post but it raises an issue I can’t be the only one to think about on occasion.
I’m a young guy, and like most young guys I like a drink now and again (and again). Now clearly alcohol can have a very significant effect on one’s productivity. [...]
