Egyptians are known for a lot of things; whether it is witty humor or the ability to make light out of serious situations, another favorite is…
Author: Leila Aref
Leila Aref
A passionate writer keen on exploring ideas through the power of words. Leila loves philosophy and any subject that enables her to challenge her mind. She hopes to make a difference in the field of mental health in Egypt through her pursuit of psychology as a degree, as well as staying authentic through her writing.
Having a broken leg is the same as having a broken mind, the only difference is that the latter isn’t visible. When you break your leg,…
Today is World Animal Day, but let’s just be clear… one day just isn’t enough. Also known as Animal Lovers’ Day, today is a “global initiative…
With social media users growing by the millions, so has our varied uses of it as a means of fulfillment. We’ve become entirely obsessed with the…
Music – be it electronic or any other genre – has an intangible way of connecting people to each other. There are emotions you feel at…
Just because the parties and the long wait on Hacienda’s gates are over, doesn’t mean Sahel season is. For many of you, Sahel is your go-to…
When it comes to flirting, we as Arabs have a unique way of showing it. We have this ‘mar2a3a/dala3,’ or, what we could possibly translate as “fluffy/cute/cheeky”…
Emojis have become a common means of expressing ourselves, but how successful are they really in doing so? We use them to indicate that we’re laughing,…
Being criticized for your work can hit really hard to the point that potential growth is inhibited. If taken in the right context, criticism can actually…
Being a musician comes with both its rewards and challenges. Upcoming artists in particular, sometimes find it difficult to gain exposure, not because they’re necessarily untalented,…