Aug 4Karl, Immigration, and PrivilegeIt saddens me that western capitalist (and/or imperialist) nations such as Canada & the United States have over-exploited nations in the “global south” to such an extent that economic conditions have become unlivable and it forces people to leave their homes and families behind in search of work elsewhere. For…Immigration5 min read
Jul 28Contentment amidst ChaosI know that I spend a large proportion of my time talking about, writing about, and sharing content related to many of the intersectional crises that we currently face as a society. I may not be an expert on each and every issue, but I care deeply about climate change…Mental Health4 min read
Jul 18Thoughts on Flying LessI feel like I know many people from my own demographic of university-educated, middle-income, working-class millennials, who would consider themselves as holding socially progressive beliefs and values, and who would likely claim that climate change is a major issue that needs to be addressed as soon as possible. But what…Climate Change4 min read
Jun 24Climate Change and ParenthoodFor as long as I can remember, I have wanted to have children of my own at some undetermined point in my adult life. This desire remains true today, in the sense that I think I would really enjoy the experience of raising another person and having a relationship that’s…Climate Change5 min read
May 26Thoughts on ResponsibilityThere are individuals who describe themselves as living by traditionally libertarian values such as autonomy, personal freedom (usually freedom of choice or market freedom), individualism, and self-sufficiency. These traits on their own — or in moderation — aren’t inherently harmful, but it is often the people who hold these values…Reciprocity4 min read
Apr 25Free Time & ConservationSomething that I have realized over the past few years working in conservation and related fields, while also educating myself on other societal issues (i.e., homelessness, wealth inequality, racism, etc.), …Freedom5 min read
Mar 11A Life Worth LivingI want to be clear here — I have never, and would never consider suicide. I think that suicide does more harm to those around a person than that person likely recognizes during whatever trauma they may be experiencing at that time. However, sometimes I genuinely wish I had never…Freedom4 min read
Mar 2Memories of my GrandpaThis Sunday, March 6th, marks the 10-year anniversary of my grandpa Qayum’s passing meaning it’s been a decade since he left us in 2012. Not long after he passed away, my grandmother died in May, leaving my mom suddenly without either of her parents. I think about my grandparents often…RIP4 min read
Feb 10Confusions with CommunismIn light of some recent reception to things that I have posted on my social media — whether in my own personal writing, or from other content that I repost, I get the sense that some (or maybe many) people might not have a great understanding of what I mean…Socialism6 min read
Feb 8Environmental PrioritiesAs conservation and environmental activists, we spend much of our time fighting numerous individual battles across diverse fronts related to environmental concerns. These battles may include, but are not limited to protecting old growth forests, preventing the creation of new fossil fuel infrastructure, demanding emissions reductions, fighting for the protection…Conservation3 min read