Category: English

  • The je ne sais quoi

    Two centuries ago, an immigrant disembarked on the country’s coast in pursuit of prosperity. His name originated from Italy, but his story was Brazilian. His years of hard work brought him a successful career and a legacy. As he lived through a moment of ascension, the Italian felt the need for something more lavish beyond…

  • The reflection of others

    There is something magical about São Paulo and its inhabitants. Some say it’s the Brazilian diversity. Others attribute it to the legacy of the thousands of immigrants who have contributed to this city’s pillars. However, what you find here goes far beyond what is seen elsewhere. There is something particular and intriguing about the people…

  • In Captivity

    In the modern world, we adorn ourselves with clothing that reflects the latest fashion trends to bring greater authenticity to our ensembles. However, despite the apparent sophistication, we still carry a wild creature that yearns for all that makes us feel alive. According to the writer Clarissa Pinkola, no matter how much society may have…

  • Grounded

    For those born in the 1990s until the mid-2000s, romance was introduced as an essential part of human existence. It was expected that on an ordinary day, when you leave home, someone would cross your path and change your life forever. This event would bring not only matter but meaning to your story. The emotions…

  • How does it play adulting?

    In a city where events and changes are constant, time becomes abstract. Whether it’s making plans for the upcoming weekend, setting goals for the next semester, or envisioning objectives for five years from now, this perpetual state of anticipation detracts from the present moment. It had been a while since reality had shifted. The people…

  • Down to the Wire

    Living in a metropolis has its perks. One is the ability to depart from its bustling streets. Having immersed myself in grand adventures in the country’s most populous capital for nearly a month, I resolved to take a break and embrace the tranquillity of the countryside. Victória invited me to spend the religious holiday in…