Observations on the human condition
In a recent conversation, Rob recommended The Master and His Emissary by Iain McGilchrist which I’ve started to read and have skimmed forward a fair way. The book is dense, thought-provoking and complex, requiring some time to absorb. Nonetheless, I am struck by its importance to our perception of reality which is the fundamental issue … Read more
Serendipity (or the universe) strikes again. I’ve often said that these articles appear without conscious effort on my part and originate from unlikely places or conversations. Last weekend, I was lucky to be invited to the Cheltenham International Film Festival which had a rich, varied and engaging programme of screenings and events. This is neither … Read more
In these times of growing insanity and widespread fear-mongering, it is easy to get sucked into the idea that “we have to save everyone”, particularly family and friends, from what seems to be planned or at least alert them to the dangers we see all too clearly. However, it is obvious by now that many … Read more