This will sound like a self-appraisal, only not in the way you think it is. Or alternatively: I got older, decided that I know myself better, and wrote a reflective crap. Recently I watched a Korean drama titled Our Beloved Summer, and it’s very well-written. I love how the story…

The world we’re expected to change is just a leftover of whatever that hasnt been exploited, The dream that’s expected of us is just minor portion of whatever that hasn’t been untainted by what’s expected, Who we are is just what’s left from whatever that hasn’t been chipped away by the demands of…

It’s been a while since I’ve wanted to write about BTS. At first, I was thinking of writing an argumentative essay about the ‘BTS phenomenon,’ explaining how they’re so popular, dissecting common misconceptions about them. But then again, what makes them who they are is not only attributed to excellent…

…plus an introductory look at stan twitter. Most people are aware about the ways digital technology affects and modifies various faucets of life, from economics to politics. Not only that, internet and various developments that came with it also alter the way we socialize, communicate, as well as consume. However, the changes brought by digital technology towards…

I always write best when it’s honest, so, here’s me being honest about my post-graduation woes. Maybe it’s also a call for help, but most probably just sounds like I’m whining. Well, I am. But it’s been a challenging couple of months, so I think I deserve it. Early March. So. Let’s…

There’s this video on YouTube titled ’For Twenty Year Olds Who Have Never Been Loved.’ Well, I’m almost 21 years old, and I’ve never been in a relationship. I hope that doesn’t sound sad. But anyway, here’s why, and also why that can be a good thing. (Also, damn, why do I sound like a motivational speaker?) — Some people have asked me why I’m single. Is it because I want to focus on my academics so much? Is it because I have unrealistic standard based on Shawn Mendes and Peter Kavinsky? Is it because I’m an angry feminist who hates men? Or better yet, is it because…

Alternatively titled: what the fuck do you do when you have differing fundamental values with your mother? (Even if she’s an amazing person and all) — I have to admit, I’m one of those ‘rantau’ kids who love the simple pleasure of coming home on holidays, or long weekends. I love the efficiency of being home. I love being home with my family. …

Bingung, tidak, dengan judulnya? Ada hubungannya kok. Tadi malam Asian Games ke-18 resmi dibuka. Asian Games memang mendominasi pembicaraan masyarakat sekaligus kebijakan pemerintah kota, terutama di Jakarta. Sebulan saya tinggal di Jakarta, tidak bisa lepas dari berbagai poster dukungan terhadap Asian Games. Bagus, memang, perayaan memang menjadi alat distraksi yang…

Here’s a quick briefing on what you’ll most probably find when you turn on the TV in Indonesia if you don’t have a cable TV. There are comedy shows whose contents make use of whatever is trending in the society. Right now the trend is short videos where people mouth…