How do you react to stillness? What lessons will you take from the stillness forced by the pandemic?
Author: Michael Carty
Writer. Artist. Tweeter.
Equality is fragile
We can never take equality for granted. Any progress towards equality is always at risk of being reversed. Prejudice will always find new forms.
Many lifetimes, days and confused
Life will never remain just one thing. You don’t have have to remain just one thing. This is one of life’s greatest gifts to each of us.
The miracle of Bill & Ted
What is the secret of the infectious sweetness of Bill & Ted? How can you stop good ideas turning from sweet to sour? Bill, Ted (and one of their creators, Ed Solomon) might just be able to help us answer these questions.
Equal in all directions
If we believe in equality for one, we must believe in equality for all. Remembering and acting on the belief that humans are equal in all directions should be a core part of all our actions, always.
Think about luck
You’ve got to ask yourself one question: “Do I feel lucky?” Well, do you, gentle reader?
When we become history
When we become history, what will our story be? Some thoughts on time and change, inspired by the all-encompassing, endlessly renewing wonder that is London.
Infinite good fortune?
We are endlessly lucky to be here and alive and on this planet. With this infinite good fortune comes great responsibility.
Andrew Weatherall: Ripples and tiny reminders
Do all roads lead to Weatherall? Almost a year on from the untimely loss of Andrew Weatherall, tiny reminders of the great man’s enthusiasm, taste and impeccable values abound.
Savour the sweet air
Savour the sweet air, if you can, whenever you can. Remember that a small part of what passes for wisdom in this world is actually just patience.
