Euthanasia: Should It Be Easier?
Euthanasia is naturally a sensitive and loaded subject. But maybe we don’t talk about it as often as we should because of that.
The Case Against Punishment
Punishment is one of our key tools to deter people from committing crimes. But does it actually work? Or should we turn to a better approach?
Ask or Guess Culture: Which Is Better?
Askers just ask, and are willing to accept a no. Guessers have a slightly more complicated process. But which is better, Ask or Guess Culture?
Let’s Put An End To Homophobia
The consequences of homophobia still impact many people’s lives, mental wellbeing, and even their safety. It’s time we put an end to it.
The Impact Of Gender-Neutral Muisjes
You might be wondering why gender neutrality is suddenly becoming such an important concept. You might wonder why it matters what color toys and children’s clothing have. Or you might wonder what gender neutrality even really means. Wonder no more, I’m here to explain it all.
The Real Cause Of The Obesity Pandemic
If you’re like me, you grew up thinking that hunger was the world’s biggest food-related crisis. But as it turns out, obesity is a far bigger threat to worldwide public health than hunger. So what’s behind it? And how did it get this far?
What COVID-19 Deniers Tell Us About Our Society
The tensions in discourse about COVID-19 on social media are rising to an all-time high. While we should be taking care of each other and combatting the virus together, there’s a clear split between those who take the threat seriously, and those who deny that the virus is still a problem and call our safety measures nonsense. While that divide is already interesting in and of itself, I noticed that it tells us something very poignant about our society.
Is Horseback Riding Exploitation?
It’s a good thing that we’re starting to turn a critical eye to aspects of our lives that have been considered ‘normal’ for centuries. The question whether or not horseback riding is exploitation is a valid one, but in this blog post I explain why it’s not a simple yes-or-no situation.
To Have, Or Not To Have Kids, That Is The Question
“Just wait until you’re older.” How often have you heard that when you told someone you don’t want children? I know of a dozen good reasons to not want children, regardless of your age. I’m about to voice some unpopular opinions on parenthood and children, but that’s what I’m here for. Changing the world one taboo at a time.
The Lives Of Other Living Beings
Would you kill a mosquito, but not a cat if it bit you? Would you kill a bug just because it’s disgusting? Would you kill an animal, end a life, for convenience? In this blog post I want to share my view on the lives of other beings, and the considerations I go through if I’m faced with the decision to kill or let live.