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It’s a paradox—a concept that pulls me in two directions at once, like an anchor on a rope tethered to the very core of my being. It's a place we carry inside us, but also a place we're always searching for. Ever elusive — like
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How creatives will succeed through 2024.
As long as you’re crafting something that could be perceived as art, you’re a creative. In everything you produce, remember to focus on your unique flavour of creativity, tell stories in the way only you can, and remember to add value to everything you produce.
The days of mechanical advantage for social media growth are over.
The days of mechanical advantage for social media growth are over. It’s all about the creative and storytelling now.
Visas: A South African’s guide to getting to Svalbard.
So, for those with European passports, you just need to book your tickets, pack your bags, and get here. This guide is based on my own experience and is primarily geared towards helping South Africans.
Getting to and staying on Svalbard.
Living in The Real North! (PT2)
Listen, straight up - the place is cold! But it’s the weirdest cold I’ve ever experienced.
Svalbard: The Real North! (PT1).
If you’ve never heard of this place, don’t stress. Until like a couple of months before coming here myself - neither had I. This place is honestly such a trip!
An Introduction to My Travel Journey!
First time here? Glad you found this place! Hi, I'm Thato, and this is my travel journey! Let’s start with where I come from. Loud and proud, I come from South Africa. Honestly, it’s one of the most beautiful countries in the world. For those of
My "Good Guy" Complex.
First things first, let's weed out the people who aren't prepared to be challenged and think critically with a quote from Jordan Peterson. “If you’re not a formidable force, there’s no morality in your self-control. Not being violent isn’t a virtue if you&
Buckle Up! We're about to experience some turbulence.
So here are a few thoughts I never thought I’d share on a public platform. 1. I believe in non-monogamy. 2. I like independent women. 3. Homophobia, as it exists today, is a construct, and I don’t buy into it. Buckle up, buttercup; this one’s a doozie.
Creative Speculation.
I dunno what to call this, but I’m putting it out there - probably the most outlandish theory out there, but I think it would be cool. Morty is Rick’s father. Poor attempt at explaining this coming up: Time travel So firstly, Rick doesn’t respect time travel.
“It is what it is 🤷🏾♂️”
I don’t know exactly when this phrase became a staple in my lexicon, but looking back, I cannot think of a time when it wasn’t. I recently learned that people who tend to use this turn of phrase are some of the most dangerous people you’ll ever
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The God Complex.
It’s an unshakable belief characterised by consistently inflated feelings of personal ability, privilege, or infallibility. Essentially, it’s a “You can’t fuck with me” attitude. Generally, people associate having a god complex with narcissism - and I can see why - because they share similar traits and behavioural
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How To Be Successful And Black.
Can you believe it’s November already!? I find it amazing how the first 2 quarters of the year seem to move at a snail’s pace, and the second quarter seems to vanish - also like a snail. Without referencing the Disney film Turbo, which plays on the idea
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Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.
I believe this is a true statement, but I don’t think it’s an objective human truth. Let’s talk about why… So, to do what you love, you first have to understand what love is. Do you? I certainly don’t. At least, not in a way I
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Social Media
Social media is the modern equivalent of word-of-mouth. Your presence online can make or break your brand. Well-timed posts can attract new audiences and keep your existing audience returning for more. Creative visuals and copy can influence how consumers perceive your brand. And strategy, well… Strategy is luck’s playground
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thINK.
As an over-thinker raised in the pen and paper era, with a drive to change the world, thINK is where I share my thoughts. Sometimes it’s funny, sometimes it’s really deep or even controversial, either way - welcome to the round table. Let’s talk about it. thINK.
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Social Selling
If you’ve ever opened the LinkedIn platform, you know it’s a tricky landscape. Many people simply use it as a place to house their CVs and portfolios or go the complete opposite direction and use it like Facebook. In reality, LinkedIn is so much more! In today’s
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Shadow of A Man
If a man does not feel appreciated, survival becomes his prime objective. When a man is not appreciated in the area of his presence, he becomes a version of himself that he can give you and still survive. He becomes a shadow of a man. That’s a man that’
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Self Respect Is Hard.
I’ve been going through a bit of a metamorphosis. Here’s one of the hardest lessons I’ve learned from it so far: How you respond to me when I make a decision that’s best for me shows me where your love lies. It shows whether you love
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African American doesn’t exist.
I should start by saying that I’m not African American. I’m a black South African. I do not have the experience of being any kind of American, let alone a black American - so please, if you are, feel free to correct and educate me. Back to the
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The colour of my skin.
“Beauty is about being comfortable in your own skin. It's about knowing and accepting who you are.” ― Ellen DeGeneres. It’s interesting to note how many people, especially prolific figures and the health and wellness sector, punt out similar narratives - “The beauty within”, “Be comfortable in your
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Would you choose money or passion?
I was recently asked this question, and without hesitation or doubt, I answered “MONEY”. As soon as I answered, I second-guessed myself and my answer because what does that say about me as a person? Truth be told, after a bit of introspection, I fully stand behind my response, but
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If you woke up back in 2015, what would you do?
Before you answer, let me expand on this hypothetical a little more. You went to sleep last night, slept the whole night, but upon waking up, and you’re back wherever you were today in 2015, in that body, in that time, and everything that has transpired since then has