The festive season has traditionally been a time of joy, celebration and social connection. But over the years, it has gradually become a time of unrestrained and wasteful consumption. One of the reasons for wasteful consumerism is gift-giving. There is no question that the urge to give gifts comes from a place of thoughtfulness and...
Author: Karlos Naimwhaka (Karlos Naimwhaka )
Uncommon sense – Hedonism: A secret weapon to weaken society
Hedonism is rooted in the notion that pleasure is the primary purpose of human existence. As humans, we are naturally inclined to constantly seek pleasure and enjoyment. When this becomes overrated, extreme and manipulated by forces with an insatiable desire for control, it becomes a subliminal and effective force for society’s destabilisation. Although the societal...
Uncommon sense – Winds of change sweeping across the world
If the election outcomes in South Africa, Botswana, and now the USA are not clearly pointing to something, one would not know what else to do. It has not been clearer that there is a great and fundamental spiritual transformation going on in the entire world. The truth of the matter is that, at some point, the world seemed to have forgotten that...
Uncommon sense – Death can liberate us
In some societies and communities, it is culturally taboo to have a conversation about death, and often when people do, it is just in general terms. There has always been a mysterious sense of position and temperature adopted when it comes to this subject. It remains such a tough mental route to take because, in most cases, it always ends up either in moments of overwhelming...
Uncommon sense – Be still, and remember
With all the things going on in the world, the wars, inflation and the high cost of living, it is easier to find ourselves between a stone and a hard place. Although we may be courageous and hopeful, it is only a matter of time until we become overwhelmed, and feel like the world is...
Uncommon sense – Beware of the bubble
In the world of specialisation, classes and many other social groups, it is easy to be prone to group thinking and bubble syndrome. We find ourselves in exclusive communities, where everyone is agreeable and create an eco-chamber. Our lives become a reality and a manifestation of our adopted beliefs or simply those who have become...
Uncommon sense – Life is simple. We complicate it
We live in a world where we are constantly preoccupied with the buzz of current affairs, goals and pictures of an euphoric future. We are constantly busy with tasks that once complete, only take us to nowhere but the next one. This sometimes happens so much that even instead of sitting back, relaxing and celebrating...
Uncommon sense – The men’s mental health biggest dilemma
There is no doubt that men’s mental health is of great concern. For too long, men’s mental health seems to have been society’s blind side in devising interventions to overcome some of society’s grave challenges. With that said, first, it will be of greater importance to highlight and recognise progress made to address this issue...
Uncommon sense – Social media, a missed opportunity
In today’s interconnected world, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. From sharing selfies on Instagram to posting thoughts on Twitter, these platforms have revolutionised how we communicate and express ourselves. However, while some societies leverage social media for meaningful discourse and innovation, others remain ensnared in a look-at-me culture that misses the...
Uncommn sense – The decline of the modern man
Society is grappling with a crisis of masculinity. The once-proud image of the man as a provider, protector and pillar of the community has been replaced by a disturbing trend: a relentless pursuit of pleasure and instant gratification. This shift in male values is eroding the fabric of society, leaving a trail of broken families,...