PICTURE THIS: BASTARD TWINS   “Heaven, I’m taken aback by your remark,” Jewel said, her voice tight with hurt. “I’ve been loyal to Silvia’s family since childhood, yes, but that doesn’t make me a slave. And Silvia has been more than generous, providing us all with a roof over … More THE RIVAL QUEENS (Backstory 2) : Bastard Twins »

    “Are you my sister? Can I trust you?” Danielle asked, extending her hand across the table. I scoffed inwardly at the notion of instant sisterhood. Women often gushed about finding their “tribe”—that magical connection with someone who just “gets” them. They’d bond over college struggles, relationships, financial woes, … More The Rival Queens – Chapter One: The Blue Gucci Dress »

  WHEN WOMEN BREAK FREE FROM EMOTIONAL LABOR: EXPLORING THE EVE ANIMA STAGE THROUGH NURSE EMMA IN RICKY GERVAIS’S “AFTERLIFE” AND THE EMPOWERMENT THAT FOLLOWS OWNING OUR NEEDS   You’re a caregiver in a quiet care home, surrounded by the gentle hum of routine and the warmth of elderly residents. … More »

  The Timeless Dance of Light and Darkness: How Christmas Symbolisms Unwrap Joy, Paradox, Meaning and Sustainability Oluwakemi C. Amusan (Exploring the intricate symbolism and paradoxes of Christmas, and how they reveal deeper truths about the human experience.) The paradox of Christmas is rooted in the spiritual meaning of Christmas … More The Timeless Dance of Light and Darkness: How Christmas Symbolisms Unwrap Joy, Paradox, Meaning and Sustainability »

CHAPTER 2: SUN – KISSED SHADOWS   The Moon, still reeling from her emotional outburst and Mercury’s cunning mischief, sought solace in the warmth of her chambers where she found the Sun standing, his radiant presence suddenly making her sanctuary feel invaded. Her surprise swiftly turned to irritation, and she … More Moonbeams, Skylings, and Sundance: The Starlight Chronicles By: Oluwakemi Amusan – Chapter 2 »

  Moonbeams, Skylings, and Sundance: The Starlight Chronicles By: Oluwakemi Amusan Chapter 1: Awakening the Lunar Heart – Or Just Plain Pre-Menstrual Syndrome?   As twilight’s whispers extinguish the solar flames, the celestial curtain parts, revealing the night sky’s majestic splendor. The Moon, a luminous sovereign, ascends her throne, casting … More Moonbeams, Skylings, and Sundance: The Starlight Chronicles By: Oluwakemi Amusan »

  By: Kemi C. Amusan   Maureen Murdock’s exploration of the Heroine’s Journey reveals a transformative path, where women often separate from their feminine principle to align with the masculine principle, pursuing success defined by traditional masculine norms. However, this alignment ultimately proves inadequate, leaving a sense of emptiness. To … More Unpacking Rose’s Heroine’s Journey in Titanic: An Introduction to the Transformative Odyssey »

The Transformative Power of Hope: How Sandy Embodies the Maiden Archetype in Afterlife The Maiden Archetype: Sandy’s Embodiment of Hope Sandy, the bright-eyed intern, embodies the Maiden archetype, radiating innocent beauty, youth, naivety, and fertility. Her arrival at the Tambury Gazette’s office in Season One of Afterlife serves as a … More The Transformative Power of Hope: How Sandy Embodies the Maiden Archetype in Afterlife »

The Wonders of a Wash; The Beauty of a Bath By Oluwakemi Celina Amusan In the depths of a wash, where waters cascade like tears And the beauty of a bath, where secrets are whispered through the years I gaze into the mirror, and a postman’s weary face appears Handing … More The Wonders of a Wash; The Beauty of a Bath »

Unpacking the King Archetype: A Jungian Analysis of Paul, the Gazette Owner in Ricky Gervais’ After Life     The King Archetype: A Heart-Centered Leader   In the realm of After Life, Paul (Peter Egan), the owner of the Tambury Gazette, embodied the King archetype. He created a platform for … More Unpacking the King Archetype: A Jungian Analysis of Paul, the Gazette Owner in Ricky Gervais’ After Life »

TOUCHING MY STAR In verdant fields of youth, we’d lie and gaze At starry skies, where dreams and magic sway With laughter, tales, and songs, we’d chase the sun And vow to touch the brightest star, before the day is done Years went by, and life’s weights came to bear … More Touching My Star »

  Ken Otley’s Artist Archetype in Afterlife: Embracing the Absurd – The Liberating Power of Creative Storytelling _The Power of Art_ Ken Otley, James’s coach and director exemplified the artist archetype in Afterlife. He saw the world through a unique lens, and his stories were a testament to that – … More Ken’s Artist Archetype in Afterlife: Embracing the Absurd – The Liberating Power of Creative Storytelling »

FATHER FORGETS: A Father’s Commitment to More Mindful Parenting W. Livingston Larned Listen, son: I am saying this as you lie asleep, one little paw crumpled under your cheek and the blond curls stickily wet on your damp forehead. I have stolen into your room alone. Just a few minutes … More FATHER FORGETS: A Father’s Commitment to More Mindful Parenting by W. Livingston Larned »

The Trickster Shrink in Afterlife: A Jungian Analysis of the Unorthodox Therapist By Kemi Amusan   The Shrink as Trickster Meet Tony and Matt’s unorthodox shrink in Afterlife. (played by Paul Kayes) A Trickster archetype with a penchant for pushing boundaries and a few unresolved issues of his own. This … More The Trickster Shrink in Afterlife: A Jungian Analysis of the Unorthodox Therapist »

You Say You See Me: A Soul’s Cry for Understanding By: Kemi Amusan You say you see me, But what lies beneath the surface do you see? Beyond the disguise of royal attire, Do you behold the scars that I conceal with care? You say you see me, But who … More You Say You See Me: A Soul’s Cry for Understanding »

Embracing the Vulnerability of Faith and Facing the Fear that Holds Us Back: Do I Have What It Takes? Who Will Catch Me If I Fall? I. Introduction   Faith and vulnerability are two concepts that may seem contradictory at first glance. Faith is often associated with certainty and confidence, … More Embracing the Vulnerability of Faith and Facing the Fear that Holds Us Back: Do I Have What It Takes? Who Will Catch Me If I Fall? »

  Sending The Heart’s Memo to The Brain: Why You Should Put Your Goals on Paper I.                    Introduction   When it comes to achieving our dreams, the journey begins with a simple yet powerful step: writing down our goals and desires. This act of putting pen to paper (or fingers … More Sending The Heart’s Memo to The Brain: Why You Should Put Your Goals on Paper »

  MY PEN ON THE DANCE FLOOR: My pen is the ultimate dance partner, twirling, spinning, pirouetting across the page. With reckless abandon, and a flick of its nib, a symphony it conducts – a seeming silliness, harmonizing my thoughts and a joyful jamboree of words. A bubby brook, in … More My Pen on The Dance Floor »

FASHION POLICE AT PITY PARTY Hi, I am Lady Kritik, and I welcome you all to another interesting edition of your favorite Television Program, Fashion Police. Today, I will be bringing you fashion reports from one of the top social scenes, The Pity Party. As usual, all the Emotions are … More Fashion Police at The Pity Party: Perspective of A Style Critic Turned Kindness Catalyst »

The Wounded Puppeteer: A Jungian Analysis of Brian Gitins – Coward, Monster, and the Quest for Wholeness in Afterlife The Shadow: Anger and Strength The Coward archetype, a part of the Shadow, represents the repressed or hidden aspects of ourselves, often associated with fear, internalized anger, anxiety, and avoidance. The … More The Wounded Puppeteer: A Jungian Analysis of Brian Gitins – Coward, Monster, and the Quest for Wholeness in Afterlife »