Every Friday we will feature the inspiring books, movies, TV shows, and other works of art you have to check out. Please share your suggestions below!
This was one hell of a week (*smirk*), but, thankfully, I had access to tons of media that got my mind off everything going on in my life and in my noggin’. This week’s FMP is all about the great “beyond”. When I say this I don’t mean solely the afterlife, but what becomes of us when we move beyond comfort, ease, and what you can envision. Everything below had me thinking about the wonder “ifs” in my life and whether or not I can go for them. Spoilers: I will.
The full list follows below. Enjoy!
Read
“How Anna Brones Works Half a Dozen (Cool) Jobs” by Brendan Leonard for Outside Magazine
Anna Brones is a Renaissance woman if ever there was one. She’s a writer, filmmaker, cyclist, and all-around badass woman. Outisde Magazine interviewed her to get the skinny on how she manages to live her life so fully, which really got me thinking about throwing caution to the wind and chasing the dream.
You can read the full interview {here}
“How the Idea of Hell Has Shaped the Way We Think” by Vinson Cunningham for The New Yorker
This article isn’t what you’re thinking it is: rather than being a theological shakedown of our wayward lives, Vinson Cunningham is questioning how our obsession with fire and brimstone has led to a whole lot of sorrow and even more apathy. It’s a long read, but I sure loved it.
You can read more {here}
Watch
A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness was a book my mom could not put down a few years ago. Revolving around a scholarly witch and a dashing vampire who team up and begin to fall for each other. It’s not your typical Twilight-era fare – instead, Harkness, who is a professor of medieval history and sciences, serves up a smart and enthralling watch.
Now, it’s a series airing on Sky (part of the BBC) and it is such an exciting watch. Season one is complete, but they’ve already signed on for season two and three. You can catch up with the first season of the show on Sundance Now or Shudder streaming services.
Listen
Moderat “Out of Sight”
I have been listening to this song on a serious repeat. I know you’re supposed to be chill when you meditate, but I really like to sway to songs that allow me to lose myself a little bit. Moderat’s music does just that. This German tech group is my jam. Let me know in the comments if they become yours, too!
That’s all for this week!
LaKase Cousino 