The Island That Prays Before Breakfast: Inside Balinese Culture and Rituals
There’s something quietly hypnotic about Bali. Not the kind of trance tourists get when they…
Mind & society: a space for curious reflections on how we think, behave and live together. This section explores psychology, ideas, social trends and the invisible forces shaping modern life. From everyday decision-making to big cultural shifts, it looks at why people act the way they do and how societies build — and break — their own narratives. Expect thoughtful analysis, clear language and a lightly ironic tone that makes complex themes feel human and engaging.
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