PW#03 – Whatsaheart

Whatsaheart is an emerging artist in the alternative and electronic music scene, known for blending introspective themes with atmospheric sounds. His music is often put with “zoomergaze” genre, characterized by a dreamy aesthetic. I deeply admire his ability to blend raw emotion with ethereal, and experimental soundscapes. His tracks like “Snakelike (The Stars Collide)” and “For Her” feel like windows into a deeply personal, introspective world, yet they resonate universally with themes of love, loss, and resilience.

His latest song, “Taking Over Me” and “Ferris Wheel (Back to You),” continue to explore himself longing, personal struggles, and self-reflection. Whatsaheart has been growing his fanbase on Spotify and Amazon Music!

I find his music incredibly inspiring, and it’s often my go-to playlist. Tracks like “Taking Over Me” and “Lovesick” remind me of how art can connect us to emotions we sometimes struggle to express. What sets Whatsaheart apart for me is his authenticity and ability to create a sonic universe that’s as haunting as it is beautiful.

 

Please be sure to check out his profile on Spotify, Amazon or whatever else you use to listen to music!

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Ry6DudE0QFcXoUdXsCQfV

IRJE#02 – Throne Of Glass

Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas follows Celaena Sardothien, an infamous assassin who is freed from a brutal prison in exchange  for entering a competition to become the king’s  champion. As she goes through the deadly trails, Celaena uncovers dark secrets about the kingdom, it’s rulers, and her own mysterious past. With the stakes growing higher, she has to choose between loyalty, love, and survival.

One of my favourite quote from the books is:

“Libraries were full of ideas—perhaps the most dangerous and powerful of all weapons.”

I picked this quote because it highlights the power of knowledge, even in a world full of physical battles and magic, ideas and information can be just as potent.

PW#02 – Mushu: The Lazy Royal

Mushu is a creature of pure leisure. With his rich sandy coloured beard and regal presence, he carries himself like royalty— but with none of the effort. While other bearded dragons run around, chasing crickets or explore new territories, Mushu prefers to lounge in his favourite sunbeam, basking like he’s auditioning for a portrait.

He’s the definition of lazy. But I guess he gets that from his owner..! There are days when I’ll check on him and he’s stretched out on his rock, not a care in the world as crickets jump on his head, as if the concept of movement is beneath him. His most ambitious activity is occasionally shifting to a slightly more comfortable spot or lazily extending a leg when the warmth hits just right. Food? He’ll get there eventually– if it happens to wander by, he might show mild interest unless its a blue hornworm then he’s everywhere. If not, he’s more content to stare off into space.

Mushu’s laziness is almost an art form. He has mastered the art of doing absolutely nothing with such grace, I can’t help but admire it. While the world whizzes by, Mushu remains still, basking in his own quiet, slow-motion kingdom. And really, who could blame him? He’s found the secret to a perfectly spoiled, relaxed life– and he’s in no rush to share it with anyone.

 

(I read this out to him and he gave me such a dirty glare I thought he might try to come for me)

IRJE#01 – The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F..

The book The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson is a book about realizing that sometimes, you care way to much over something that you can’t control or doesn’t even matter; Therefore, the title of the book. One of the things this book will teach you is to become unflinchingly honest with yourself and accept who you are. For example (taken from the book), Bukowski, a writer and a loser. He knew he was a loser, accepted it and then wrote about it in the Post Office, one of his books. And he never tried to be something other than what he was; And on his tombstone, it writes, “Don’t try”, because he never did and became successful. So, in short. Accept who you are move forward.

The desire for more positive experience is itself a negative experience. And, paradoxically, the acceptance of one’s negative experience is itself a positive experience. (Pg.9)

That there is my favourite quote, this is later in the book, in the section The Feedback Loop from Hell. Which talks about how wanting to experience something positive make you think about how you aren’t experiencing it. And therefore it turn negative. Simple accepting a negative experience instead of overthinking because of it and thinking up ways you could’ve avoided it and now you’re giving way to much of an F. SO, by just moving forward and accepting it, you’ve now accepted it and feel so much freely than before. Turning it into a positive experience.

PW#01 – In the Hands of Healing (Poem)

Beneath the weight of daily grind,
The spine, a river, bends and winds.
With gentle touch, a healer’s art,
Restoring balance, mending heart.

Each crack, a whisper, a sigh released,
Muscles soften, tension ceased.
In stillness found, the body speaks,
A dance of relief in subtle peaks.

In the hands of healing, pain takes flight,
As alignment guides us back to light.
A journey inward, both bold and true,
In each adjustment, we start anew.

Introduction

Good morning/evening, everyone.

My name is Eva, and I am from Honduras and have been studying at Brookes for 2 years while living in Victoria for almost 5 years. Having already made friends with lot’s of you, I am very excited to go through this year with you and grow academically along side you.

A few things about me are that I have two puppies, Lola and Charlie, and a fancy bearded dragon named Mushu. I play volleyball on the seniors team but don’t make a big effort to play during PE. I have a best friend named Isla who goes to Royal Bay, which I often talk about a lot as she keeps me updated at her school. I have three younger siblings, making me the oldest. One of them actually attending the school currently, the other two too young to join just yet. my family owns a daycare company, so if your parents are looking for childcare, look for Hello Friends. I am also a part of the SCL, Student Welfare!

My interest include video games, such as Roblox, Roblox is a vibrant universe where creativity knows no bounds, inviting players to explore, create, and connect in endless imaginative adventures. It’s more than just a game; it’s a thriving community that empowers individuals to express themselves and collaborate. In Roblox, every experience is a celebration of innovation and friendship, making it a truly remarkable platform for all ages! But anyways, I also like shopping and designing room layouts, and organizing. And collecting CD/Vinyl albums.

Thank you for your attention, and I look forward to sharing this finishing this school year with you!