When I was young, I was taught how to interact with other people in almost every conceivable situation — and I was good at it.
When I got a little older, I started thinking that what we were all doing in this was was somehow dishonest, because none of us cared about the things we asked each other. But I’ve learned that these “ridiculous” interactions — these “social scripts,” as I call them — serve a very important function in human societies.
As I continue to explore producing video content, I’m making almost whatever comes to my mind, regardless of whether it fits with the overall theme that I’ve set. I’ll eventually focus more one a unified theme, but while I’m learning — and trying to get better at it — I’m making whatever lets me get some practice in front of the camera.
Tap of click the video below to hear more about whether it makes sense to force children to learn what we call manners.
I’m exhausted and numb from placing trust in the wrong people
‘Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men’s blood… Make big plans’
Goodbye, Emily (2009-2015)
Modern weddings seem designed to conceal reality of relationships
How would you live differently if you knew when death was coming?
Narcissistic abuse often leaves victims feeling alone in the world
I’m writing a book — and I’ll be talking about it as it progresses
Some moms can’t handle the job, but they do the best they can
Federal ‘help’ makes medical care more expensive and less available