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On Parasite (2019 film)

1/13/2020

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The 2010s have come to a close - what better way to close out the decade than the release of a film that perfectly sums up the social landscape of the past ten years?​

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On a Four Day Workweek

11/5/2019

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In this day and age, it seems like the latest trend is to concentrate your energy in short bursts at a time instead of the long slog of yore. Finally, some evidence behind this thinking!

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On Cultivating Excellence vs Pursuing Joy

9/8/2019

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In this youth-obsessed society, those who grow up in especially capitalist and competitive areas have a tiny voice whispering to do more, do better. The goal is always to win - even at the kindergarten level, teachers are telling you to 'do your best', because your best is still a tangible benchmark for achievement. As one can imagine, this pervasive world-view eventually leads to burnout. At what cost does one pursue excellence? What does it take to be an expert, especially in a time-poor world? 


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On Modified Diets

5/21/2019

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By now, you've probably either watched or heart about the new-ish Netflix series, Our Planet. Similar in vein to the original Planet Earth but with a focus on the effects of climate change and how that has impacted the world's flora and fauna - this scene in particular was the one that has generated the most media attention. So what's a conscientious constituent of the Earth to do? 


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On my One Year Anniversary

11/12/2018

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Yes, time is relative - but I still can't help but feel as though 2018 has passed particularly quickly. I am celebrating my belated one year anniversary in New Zealand! 


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On Living My Best Life (Cheaply)

7/3/2018

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Most of my social media revolves around travel, dining, and cultural experiences. More than once has a person commented or DM'ed me, asking, "How do you afford all this?" - in fact, my sister's birthday card to me this year contained the following:

"Dear Justine,

You are almost 30 now. You look like you're having a lot of fun - 
but don't forget to save for retirement."

Well, first of all, I'm nowhere near 30. Second, she didn't even with me a happy birthday in the card. And third, I'm happy to report that my financial health is quite well. 

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On the Best Movies I Watched in 2017

1/25/2018

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Awards season is upon us, and for me personally, they serve to sometimes validate my opinions on films I've seen over the year. I'm not a huge movie-goer although I do love the experience, and the following are seven films that were most memorable to me. 

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On Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai

1/17/2018

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Since I was a child, outer space has always captured my imagination. This interest has not changed much as an adult, and it is always exciting to be exposed to a new facet of an interest depending on the circumstances. Specifically, the concept of life on Mars may have answers close to (my new) home. 

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On New Beginnings

11/22/2017

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Bethells Beach
The secret's out!

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On Roshni Rides

5/2/2017

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What drives innovation? My personal answer is having an impulse to improve on a basic need. In this case, a group of Rutgers students are hoping to transform a traditional method in transportation to something affordable and accessible to the low-income masses. 

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