Speak Our Language—Language, Culture, Social Media and Mental Health
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Speak Our Language—Language, Culture, Social Media and Mental Health

From the comment section of the music video for Hollowness by Minami, a Japanese song, which explains the wordplay in her lyrics 

The role of language is fascinating, yet overlooked and understated. Language can be a barrier, or a bridge. Even grudgingly, it is used as a measure of intelligence or sophistication. English speakers are seen as being more sophisticated and intelligent as knowing this language is like the opening of doors across the world; yet, not knowing other languages potentially closes us off from exploring the literature or shows produced in those languages. Would we be able to fully understand and enjoy anime without subtitles, for example? Surely we can understand universal non-verbal communication or guess the story based on context, but subtitles allow us to immerse ourselves in the river of experience. Even so, translations are quite limited—we’re missing the intricacies of the original version; we can only bathe in a river, but not the sea. 

Real Talk: The Faithful or The Faithless
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Real Talk: The Faithful or The Faithless

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The following article discusses topics of a sensitive nature which may be disturbing and/or controversial to some readers. Hence, reader discretion is advised. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in the article belong solely to the author and do not reflect Sunway University’s values. 

Real Talk: Life Stories Are Not For Sale!
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Real Talk: Life Stories Are Not For Sale!

Chadwick Boseman: His story is more than just his ‘dedication’ and ‘battles’

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New Year, Same Me?
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New Year, Same Me?

“By the end of the year, I will be the way I envision myself to be: 

a better me.”

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The definition of a “better me” may vary between individuals, but whether we make resolutions and goals to lose weight, watch less netflix and be more productive, or start journaling every day, it is one characteristic of life and human nature that connects and motivates us all to make them: change.