The Measure of Aliveness Kemi C. Amusan Essay 1 Are we running out of time, or out of life? We have been taught to think of life in units of time. Years, months, weeks, days. We celebrate birthdays because another year has passed. We measure careers by how … More The Measure of Aliveness Kemi C. Amusan Essay 1 Are we running out of time, or out of life? »
Jake Paul vs. the Myth of Greatness: What Boxing Teaches About Breaking Limits By Oluwakemi Amusan Boxing as a Debate Boxing, at its core, is a debate – a confrontation with limits. Not just physical limits, but psychological ones: fear, belief, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves … More Jake Paul vs. the Myth of Greatness: What Boxing Teaches About Breaking Limits »
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 »
FALLEN ANGELS Kemi C. Amusan CHAPTER ONE: ARE YOU MY SISTER? “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 … More FALLEN ANGELS Kemi C. Amusan CHAPTER ONE: ARE YOU MY SISTER? »
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 »
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 »
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 »
