Category: Learning
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C’est Pas Sorcier: How Can We Keep Learning Like Jamy?
Read more: C’est Pas Sorcier: How Can We Keep Learning Like Jamy?Why should lifelong learning be the norm? C’est pas sorcier (literally It’s Not Sorcery, the French equivalent of “it’s not rocket science”) was a popular French live-action, science education television program that aired in the 90s. In the show, “Sabine” (Sabine Quindou) and “Fred” (Frédéric Courant) explored the world, interviewing specialists and posing questions to…
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What Can The Boy and the Beast Teach Us About Society and Personal Growth?
Read more: What Can The Boy and the Beast Teach Us About Society and Personal Growth?The Boy and the Beast is a 2015 Japanese animated adventure fantasy film written and directed by Mamoru Hosoda. Once again, this was a recommendation from my wife. I have come to realize that over time, as I drank more and more, I gradually lost my curiosity. Now, I am finally happy to have regained…
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Can “My Heart Will Go On” Teach Us to Cherish Life and Love?
Read more: Can “My Heart Will Go On” Teach Us to Cherish Life and Love?An acquaintance from a place I used to visit frequently recently shared the heartbreaking news that he had lost his father. I didn’t know the details of his loss, and our conversation was brief, but the pain in his eyes was unmistakable. To be honest, I’ve never been particularly fond of this person, but grief—especially…
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How Can “Hellsing” Inspire Us to Rethink Storytelling for a Better Society?
Read more: How Can “Hellsing” Inspire Us to Rethink Storytelling for a Better Society?Hellsing is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kouta Hirano, which ran from 1997 to 2008. It was adapted into a 13-episode anime in 2001 and an OVA called Hellsing Ultimate from 2006 to 2012. I first watched the 2001 anime version around its release and was immediately captivated by how badass the…
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How Does Finding Your Feet Inspire Us to Embrace Change and Neuroplasticity?
Read more: How Does Finding Your Feet Inspire Us to Embrace Change and Neuroplasticity?Watching Finding Your Feet (2018) with my wife was a delightful experience. This British comedy may not be the greatest movie of all time, but it has a warm heart if you set aside the clichés and stereotypes it leans on. The story revolves around Sandra, a woman whose life is upended when she discovers…
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Is Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind a Blueprint for Harmony Between Humanity and Nature?
Read more: Is Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind a Blueprint for Harmony Between Humanity and Nature?Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind is a 1984 Japanese animated post-apocalyptic fantasy film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, based on his 1982–1994 manga series of the same name. Although the film was created before the founding of Studio Ghibli, it is often considered part of the studio’s body of work and is…
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Once Upon a Time… Life: A Lesson in Education and Responsibility
Read more: Once Upon a Time… Life: A Lesson in Education and ResponsibilityOnce Upon a Time… Life was a French educational animated television series that captivated the minds of children and adults alike. Among similar series that explored topics like history or space, this particular show stood out for its focus on the human body. It was my personal favorite. Despite its simplified explanations tailored for children,…
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Case Closed: The Power of Stories in Shaping Mindsets
Read more: Case Closed: The Power of Stories in Shaping MindsetsWe recently attended an event organized by the local police department. The purpose was to showcase their activities, especially for children, with a school group seated in the front row. A police orchestra performed arrangements of well-known songs, including the iconic theme from Case Closed. This renowned manga, written by Gosho Aoyama, began in 1996…
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Jin: A Journey Through Time, Medicine, and Society
Read more: Jin: A Journey Through Time, Medicine, and SocietyToday’s post delves into the acclaimed Japanese drama “Jin”, first broadcast in 2009 on TBS, with a second season following in 2011. My wife and I are currently engrossed in it, and the story so far has proven to be both captivating and thought-provoking. The drama is a compelling mix of time travel, history, and…
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Puzzle and Dragons: Breaking Free from the Gacha Grip
Read more: Puzzle and Dragons: Breaking Free from the Gacha GripI started playing Puzzle and Dragons in 2014, during my first year in Japan on a working holiday visa. While I’ve genuinely enjoyed the game for years, I recently decided it was time to stop. After reflecting on my habits, I realized I could better use my time—even just a few minutes daily—for more meaningful…