Tag: Time
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The Birth of Esperia
Read more: The Birth of EsperiaShala, who had always been alone since the beginning of Time and the Universe, was overjoyed when Esperia slowly took shape. Along with it came the elemental Shapes—Gurumin of Wind, Vati of Water, Faya of Fire, Kenko of Earth, and Eklea of Lightning. If people on Earth could see Esperia, they would be amazed to…
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The Shape of Time : Shala
Read more: The Shape of Time : ShalaWhen the whole universe was created, Shala was there—and she will remain until the End of Time. She is the most ancient and wise of the Seven Shapes, but she has no way to interact directly with the world, for she is the Present Time. Whenever people think about time, Shala, the Shape of Time,…
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The Simpsons Movie: If Homer Can Change and Become More Conscious, Then So Can We All!
Read more: The Simpsons Movie: If Homer Can Change and Become More Conscious, Then So Can We All!The Simpsons Movie is a 2007 American animated comedy film based on the iconic Fox sitcom The Simpsons, created by Matt Groening. The show has been running since 1989 and has accumulated more than 800 episodes! To be honest, I haven’t seen them all—and that’s precisely one of the reasons I chose to focus a…
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Can Whisper of the Heart Guide Us Toward a Life True to Ourselves?
Read more: Can Whisper of the Heart Guide Us Toward a Life True to Ourselves?What if fiction could awaken our true calling? Whisper of the Heart is a 1995 Japanese animated coming-of-age romantic drama film directed by Yoshifumi Kondō and written by Hayao Miyazaki, based on Aoi Hiiragi’s 1989 manga Mimi o Sumaseba. The movie inspires a profound love for art, literature, and the courage to follow one’s own…
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Final Fantasy Adventure and Environmental Awareness: What Can Games Teach Us About Our Future?
Read more: Final Fantasy Adventure and Environmental Awareness: What Can Games Teach Us About Our Future?How does Final Fantasy Adventure reflect our relationship with nature? Final Fantasy Adventure, also known in Europe as Mystic Quest, is a 1991 action role-playing game developed and published by Square for the Game Boy. As a spin-off of the Final Fantasy series and the first game in the Mana series, it blends Zelda-like gameplay…
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Can Music Like Tears in Heaven and Layla Teach Us About Grief and Love?
Read more: Can Music Like Tears in Heaven and Layla Teach Us About Grief and Love?How does tragedy shape artistic expression? Eric Clapton is an English rock and blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He is regarded as one of the most successful and influential guitarists in rock music, and I believe I first listened to his songs when my brother started playing the guitar. My favorite song from Clapton is…
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Ninja Scroll: Lessons on Action, Purpose, and Truly Living
Read more: Ninja Scroll: Lessons on Action, Purpose, and Truly LivingNinja Scroll is a 1993 Japanese animated jidaigeki-chanbara film written and directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri. It is said to have influenced the Wachowskis in the creation of The Matrix franchise. The quality of the animation is spectacular, with dynamic fight sequences and a cast of unique characters, each possessing distinct abilities. This combination makes it…
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Slash: Lessons on Music, Influence, and Our Global Role
Read more: Slash: Lessons on Music, Influence, and Our Global RoleCan we truly understand the madness we condemn? Slash (real name Saul Hudson) is a guitarist most known for being the lead guitarist of the band Guns N’ Roses. He has been one of my favorite guitarists for a long time, and though all the hype and stories, the excess and the “show business” surrounding…
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Can Kiroro’s Songs Help Us Reflect on Life, Love, and Gratitude?
Read more: Can Kiroro’s Songs Help Us Reflect on Life, Love, and Gratitude?Kiroro is a Japanese pop duo from Okinawa that debuted in 1996. I listened to them when I was still in high school, particularly their songs “Mirai e,” “Best Friend,” and “Akikaze.” I loved the simplicity of their music—though some might call it naive, why complicate things that don’t need to be? How does “Mirai…
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Prisoners: Can We Break the Cycle of Hatred and Revenge?
Read more: Prisoners: Can We Break the Cycle of Hatred and Revenge?What does Prisoners teach us about morality and justice? Prisoners is a 2013 American thriller film, directed by Denis Villeneuve and written by Aaron Guzikowski. Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal take on the leading roles, delivering performances that are both remarkable and deeply unsettling. Jackman portrays Keller Dover, a father whose daughter goes missing—presumably kidnapped—while…