In recent days, a beautiful trend has taken over social media. People are transforming their personal photos into portraits inspired by the Ghibli art style. With just a few clicks, a selfie becomes a dreamy scene that feels like it belongs in a Studio Ghibli film. Peaceful skies. Warm colors.

There’s something so serene about the nights in Ramadan. The soft glow of the moon, the quiet after tarawih prayers, and the stillness just before Suhoor. Spiritually, it’s one of the most beautiful months of the year. But physically? Let’s be honest. It’s the month where your sleep cycle gets

I once watched a little boy laugh uncontrollably as he chased bubbles in the park. His joy was pure, effortless, and free of condition. For that brief moment, it seemed like nothing else in the world mattered. He wasn’t rich or powerful. He was simply present—and happy. Moments like that

I still remember the very first time I submitted a research proposal for government funding. I was unsure, slightly intimidated, and honestly didn’t expect much. But to my surprise, it was accepted. That moment stayed with me—not because it was a big win, but because it taught me a quiet

Last night, my timeline was flooded with heated responses to a viral thread. The original post came from a man who proudly declared himself mapan—or financially established—because he earns Rp15 million per month. He went on to express disappointment with women who, according to him, expect too much from men

Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders? A Scientific Perspective on Leadership Selection Bias Leadership should be about competence, wisdom, and integrity—yet too often, those who rise to the top are anything but. Across industries, politics, and institutions, many leaders seem unaware of their own shortcomings. They make reckless

I heard a song I had never listened to before. Coming Back to You by Biru Baru. I checked, and it turned out that this song was first released five years ago. Somehow, it finally made its way to my ears a few days ago. Since I liked it, I

I understand that what I am about to write does not apply to everyone. There are still collaborations and academic activities that are genuinely meaningful and purpose-driven. However, we cannot deny that most research collaborations and academic conferences in Indonesian higher education are, unfortunately, superficial, lacking depth, clear objectives, and

We’ve all witnessed it: one careless comment spirals into an internet frenzy. Recently, Abdizar found himself at the center of such a storm after admitting he hadn’t read the original webtoon before starring in Business Proposal. Surprisingly, he’s not the first actor to skip source material, yet the backlash was

Many people assume that earning a Ph.D. guarantees an easy path to employment. My experience says otherwise. When I decided to leave my university position in Jakarta, I sent out countless job applications. The result? Not a single offer. That period of rejection taught me one of the most valuable