Over time, what once felt oppressive can become normalised.

When governments suddenly change course, we often call these shifts "U-turns." But in authoritarian regimes, these U-turns are more than just policy reversals.

Empowering Your Child to Think Critically in an Age of Misinformation

Contradictory statements from leaders that confuse the public Dismissal of credible evidence that challenges the official story Labelling critics as enemies or traitors to discredit opposition Manipulation of media outlets to control the flow of information Rewriting history textbooks or public records to favour the establishment’s narrative

Why are so many women silent about what is happening to other women and girls today?

The Ballad of the Thorn-Crowned Maidens - a folkloric tale for Halloween.

It is crucial for society to stand in solidarity with victims and ensure their voices are heard.

In today’s world, screens are everywhere. From smartphones and laptops to televisions and tablets, we spend a significant part of our day looking at digital devices. While technology brings many benefits, excessive screen time can lead to stress, fatigue, and a sense of disconnection from ourselves and the world around us. I have found that adopting practical strategies to manage screen use can create space for calm, clarity, and positive personal change. This post shares eff

Freya India’s essay “A Time We Never Knew” on After Babel captures something profound about our moment:

De-Hypnotising Yourself Fortunately, just as people can learn to enter trance deliberately, they can also learn to resist

“offense is given, not taken”

When no one challenges harmful behaviour, a person may start believing their actions are acceptable.

How can we trust them to make their products safe for children?

Let’s look at three types of fear that rarely get a voice: Christophobia, Contraltophobia, and the powerful, often unspoken fear of rape and

Government messaging—like all persuasive communication—relies on assumptions that may not always be true.

The power and perils of coercive language and understanding double binds

Values

In a world filled with information—and misinformation—critical thinking is a superpower. Teaching your children how to analyse, question,...

Projection in politics is a powerful tool, but its consequences for society can be harmful.

Social and Political Uses of “Phobia”: Islamophobia, Homophobia, and More