Author Archives: Wild Angel Films
How To Train Your Dragon 2: The Elements of Change (Mild Spoiler)
Truth is a funny thing. It can be as strong as a dragon’s roar, or be as flimsy as the attention span of a baby. Either way, it’s imperative that we examine the ideas we hold because nothing is more dangerous than a … Read More…
A Few Lessons From Around The World
One of the most dangerous mindsets is to believe that a certain way of doing things is the “best” way. If you start with the premise that your way is the “best” way, then you can safely conclude that there is no … Read More…
(NOT) THINKING YOUR WAY INTO THE CORNER
My mom was (and still is) a professional at leading me into the corner of shame. This is probably why, even as an adult, I fear the corners and prefer to take the steps instead of the elevator. One time, my brothers and … Read More…
Dealing With Holiday Stress
The Holiday Season is in full swing. We got family coming in town with varying degrees of likability, kids running around breaking things and grandparents waiting impatiently to meet their future hypothetical grandchildren. This season is filled with fun and joy, but it … Read More…
Instilling Agency: A Means To Control One’s Fate
“You believe a man can change his destiny?” “I think a man does what he can, until his destiny is revealed.” (The Last Samurai) With an impending battle against insurmountable odds, Katsumoto believed his end to be decided. However, Algren made Katsumoto … Read More…
The Foundation of Confidence: Courage
We admire courage, don’t we? Think of some great movies where a hero puts it all on the line (and sometimes dies) for their cause. Examples include Lion King, Million Dollar Baby, The Dark Knight. Once we have this highly desirable trait, it changes everything … Read More…