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Marfa and Min Min Lights: The Long Search for Truth
We’ve always looked up for answers— and sometimes the sky only gives us questions. Our latest piece explores Australia's eerie Min Min lights and Texas's ghostly Marfa lights—dancing orbs shrouded in local folklore of watchful spirits and scientific inquiry. These phenomena underscore humanity's quest for truth and the importance of diverse perspectives.

femkevaniperen
6 min read


About Rosie: The "Old" Lady with the Magic Toolshed
There are people who have their own unique vision of what it means to grow older. Mary Contrary was lucky enough to meet one of them. This is a story about her one-of-a-kind neighbour, a so-called "old" lady who was onto you: you, with all your stereotypes about life and the elderly! This is the story of Rosie.

Mary Contrary
8 min read


Discover Magic with Danielle: Exploring Light Orbs
Have you ever wondered if there’s more to the world than what meets the eye? Join us as nature coach Daniëlle Langendijk invites us to explore a spiritual take on the enchanting mystery of Light Orbs in our captivating short film "Magic Moments." Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, embracing the unknown can bring fresh magic to our lives.

femkevaniperen
1 min read


Synchronicity: Are You Team 'Coincidence' or Team 'Meaning'?
Four experts reveal how we don't always have to be on the "coincidence" or "synchronicity" team when a synchronous event happens to us. Together, they shed new light on this long-standing mystery and the role synchronicity plays in modern life. Here's their story.

femkevaniperen
9 min read


Deb Dana on the Wonderful World of Glimmers
We talk with Deb Dana about the wonder of Glimmers, how they can enrich our lives, what role they play alongside triggers; and how our bodies are already designed for positive living. Be warned: they show us magic and wonder, they're all around us, and our minds and bodies are already set up for them!

femkevaniperen
6 min read


Happy New Year: Many Perspectives, One Humanity
Different cultures and nations celebrate the New Year in different ways and at different times. Together, they demonstrate that what we often consider a single truth is merely one perspective among many. Moreover, despite their differences, all these perspectives share a common thread: the celebration of hope, renewal, and, of course, our shared humanity. Let's take a look at a few. Happy New Year!

Editorial Team
5 min read


Anna, Maria, and Sue Too: Ingrid's Silent Women's Power Army
Women's empowerment remains a vital topic, and Ingrid, a promising Dutch artist in Rome, is highlighting it through vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes. Her work has been featured in prominent exhibitions, including those on the iconic Via Margutta, and is currently on display at the Museo Civico di Zoologia. A glimpse into an innovative artist's studio in Rome.

femkevaniperen
5 min read


The Working World from a Highly Sensitive Person's Perspective
They say our fast-paced world needs highly sensitive people, or HSPs as they are often called. But what about their role in the workplace? Can people with this complex, deeply empathetic mind add value here too? Or are they just too sensitive? Dr. Candan Aydemir-Tam, healthcare psychologist, provides valuable insights.

Editorial Team
5 min read


Mindful Living and Perspective: A Perfect Match?
When you think about it, life is like a palette of colours, where our perception is crucial. Mindful living with perspective means embracing different perspectives and finding meaning in life's mosaic. It encourages us to step back, breathe, and appreciate the bigger picture, even amidst the details. Are mindful living and perspective a perfect match? Let's explore this together.

femkevaniperen
4 min read


Something New's in The Air: Can You Feel it Too?
We are in pivotal times. One perspective is that there are many challenges occurring. However, alongside this, a new way of being is emerging. Innovative perspectives on how we live, work, love, grow food, build homes, and maintain health are unfolding right now. There's something new in the air—can you feel it too?

femkevaniperen
1 min read


Life Partner or Single: Time For a New Chapter?
Many of us still consider getting married as the way to go in life, and sure, having a partner is important to many. But these days, more people are totally happy flying solo. Is a new story unfolding? Let's dive into some different perspectives.

femkevaniperen
7 min read


Best Probiotics for Gut Health...and the Bigger Picture
Seeking the best probiotics for gut health? Marco van Es of Bac2nature highlights the importance of naturally grown food, biodiversity, and the microbiome in our environment for overall health. Here's his story.

femkevaniperen
6 min read


My Time in Ghana: "Poverty" and African Life
My Time In Ghana: During her filming trip to Ghana in the nineties, Mary Contrary, a perspectivator at heart, discovered aspects of African life which are so incredibly rich, they contrast sharply with the poverty and hardship often seen by Western visitors. This is her story.

Mary Contrary
6 min read


Meet the Rainforest Mind: Sensitive, Clever, Misread
Are you highly sensitive, smart, complex, creative, intense, curious, lonely, and misunderstood? Psychotherapist Paula Prober introduces the "Rainforest Mind," describing individuals who feel both too much and not enough. Read on to discover this unique perspective of life.

Guest Writer
5 min read


MOVIE Therapy: Self Healing From Your Own Couch
Jenny Hamilton's FILM Model offers a fun alternative to therapy: it shows you can achieve therapeutic benefits from the comfort of your own home... self-healing through watching a movie!

Editorial Team
3 min read


Family Dynamics in the Workplace with Dr. Dardashti
Understanding how family patterns impact the workplace, such as recurring conflicts or rare reactions related to our past, can truly improve our work. Dr. Niloo Dardashti of New York helps the working world in this regard and shares her insights on workplace family dynamics with us.

Editorial Team
4 min read


Abstract Art: "Life, By Nature"
Here's an unusual thought: what if nature had the ability to observe life? What would its perspective be? Mary Contrary suggests nature already imitates us and invites you to see this through rare images. Intrigued? Presenting: Abstract Art: "Life, By Nature"

Mary Contrary
3 min read


The New World of Green Cuisine With Chef Frank Fol
Renowned vegetable Chef Frank Fol travels the world in search of the crème de la crème of green cuisine, a new world where fruits and vegetables take centre stage over meat and fish. Can we change our perspective on food? Chef Fol says it's not only possible, but already happening. This is his story.

femkevaniperen
8 min read


Does the Early Bird Still Catch the Worm? Insights from Denmark
Some people have more energy in the morning, others perform better in the evening. Or, as science puts it, each of us has a unique chronotype. There's a growing belief that aligning our lives with our chronotype would make us healthier and more productive. However, is it feasible to organise life in this manner, and why should we? A Danish viewpoint provides fresh insights into this matter.

femkevaniperen
7 min read
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