The Universal Language
Numbers explain phenomena; stories make us care. This piece argues that scientists must harness humanity’s universal language, emotion and narrative, to bridge understanding and impact.
The Mathematics of Frustration
A reflection on learning math without meaning. I write about the grief of wanting conceptual understanding but be handed shortcuts, and why world-building ideas deserve to be taught like they matter.
Why we Students are Cheating with AI (and how we can change that)
AI didn’t create cheating, it exposed a fragile education system built around performance over understanding. I argue for redesigning learning around curiosity, critical thinking, and assessments that reward real thought.
Performative Intellectualism and the loss of Critical Thinking
Reading isn’t the same as thinking. This essay explores how knowledge can become identity and status, and why critical thinking requires reflection, humility, and the courage to actually engage with ideas.
Flatus Vocis: Empty Words
Writing that sounds intelligent isn’t always meaningful. This piece critiques intellectual performance disguised as depth, and defends clarity as discipline, respect, and responsibility.