One of the things I love about working in hospitals is the number of people I encounter who are kind but not nice.One of the things that disappointed me about … Continue reading Kind vs. Nice
The Fantasy of the “Good Guy with a Gun”
I needed to sit on this one for a couple of weeks, but yeah, I’m still thinking about it and still feel like it’s worth saying… There’s been yet another … Continue reading The Fantasy of the “Good Guy with a Gun”
Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 4)
This is the fourth in a four-part series about child psychology and education in Bluey. We’ve already explored Calypso’s approach to education along with the characters of Jack, Rusty, Coco, … Continue reading Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 4)
Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 3)
This is the third post about developmental psychology and Bluey. For background info on Calypso’s school and breakdowns of Jack, Rusty, and Coco, click here. For analysis of Indy, Winton, … Continue reading Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 3)
Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 2)
This is the second part of a four-part series. For the first part (which features Calypso’s teaching approach and analysis of Jack, Rusty, and Coco), click here. Otherwise, let’s look … Continue reading Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 2)
Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 1)
Yep, with the release of new Bluey episodes in the U.S. a few weeks ago, I’m on this kick again. While I’ve written broadly about the spirituality in Bluey, I … Continue reading Bluey: Case Studies in Child Psychology (Part 1)
The Decline of the Disney Villain
You know, I’ve noticed something lately as I watch Disney movies with my family: In Disney’s Frozen II (2019), the villain is the imperialism of a previous generation which caused … Continue reading The Decline of the Disney Villain
God, the Grieving Parent
Content Advisory: This post talks extensively about the deaths of children. To skip straight to the theological argument at the end, click here. “No one can sit at the bedside … Continue reading God, the Grieving Parent
Lazarus (Lent 2023)
In the Gospel of John, Jesus performs seven signs which give hints about who he is and the needs he’s addressing. Note that they’re not called “miracles,” but “signs.” Beyond … Continue reading Lazarus (Lent 2023)
Jesus Opens Our Eyes (Lent 2023)
In the Gospel of John, Jesus performs seven signs which give hints about who he is and the needs he’s addressing. Note that they’re not called “miracles,” but “signs.” Beyond … Continue reading Jesus Opens Our Eyes (Lent 2023)