Here’s the thing about being a self-taught anthropologist and entrepreneur Imagine trying to explain to your family that you’re studying human behaviour while also building a business. “So… you’re people-watching for a living?” Well, kind of, but with more spreadsheets than they’d expect. My journey to founding CYcrds has been about as conventional as using…
Professional Play
As an anthropologist, my work is my playtime – professional activities energize and engage me like others might experience with games or hobbies. My curiosity is the driving force behind my work, leading me to constantly explore and understand human culture through reading and observation. When studying different perspectives, historical contexts, and cultural expressions, the…
Rethinking Peace in the Horn of Africa: Economic Integration and Women’s Voice
As someone who frequently travels between Europe and the Horn of Africa, I often find myself making observations that might raise eyebrows at diplomatic cocktail parties. Here’s the thing – we still make jokes about Nazis in Europe, yet Germany and France have built one of the most substantial economic partnerships in history. This isn’t…
Fermi & irked
The most significant challenge in my life stemmed from an incident that deeply irked me years ago. A toxic individual in my orbit once smirked, insinuating, “Perhaps you can’t manifest this project like you used to.” Upon reflection, I realised that multiple goals operate simultaneously within us, and my subconscious—or more precisely, my maternal circuitry—takes…
Misiles & Bridges
WordPress had a question today for the bloggers: What makes you nostalgic? The Taurus Missile, a German-Swedish creation, is a trigger for my nostalgia. It takes me back to the serene moments of my childhood, sitting on Pont de Claies in the Belgian Ardennes, fishing with my father, Wellies and all.Another nostalgic trigger for me…
MuL & Terminator
Hey there, readers! While brainstorming a title for my new series, I stumbled upon an article that left me feeling completely ignorant. But in a good way. It’s a fascinating read, and I can’t wait to share it with you. Let’s dive into the intriguing world of MuL, or Machine Unlearning. This concept involves the…
Multi Polar or Moral Complexity
I assume that the title is throwing you off. Let me enlighten you with a clarifying brain scan of my neurological pathways. So this is all a throwback to politics, sociopaths and then the rest. I have always been a fervent lover of mafia movies and action hero-type entertainment. Never could romance engage me; books…
Cycles & Cracks
As I conclude my ninth cycle, I find myself grateful – for life itself and for the promise of new discoveries ahead. This journey has taught me to discover my inner strength, to invest in myself authentically. I’m learning to prioritize what truly matters to me, not just what I think should matter. It’s time…
Remeniscing
This year has been a journey of self-discovery and realignment. I’ve learned that sometimes, the bravest thing we can do is step back and find our own rhythm in the grand dance of life. To all those whose paths have crossed mine: Thank you. Each interaction, each shared moment, has contributed to who I am…
Fire in the hole
In the tapestry of life, each thread is a story, a delicate blend of truth and masquerade. We weave our narratives, sometimes with the clarity of self-awareness, often with the threads of pretence. Those around us watch, casting their judgments or praise, yet they stand unprepared for the unravelling, for the moment the facade falls…
The C.O.M.C. Files 