Sexual Orientation: Should we ask?

"Diversity and respect should always be together, one being an intrinsic characteristic of the other one - but when it comes to sexual orientation, that never happens" - anybody may reach this conclusion after analyzing for a second how modern society treats people who openly express their Homosexuality. What do you think about Homosexualism? Is it wrong? Is it against nature? Is it just a phase of Identity Crisis? Is it possible to love someone from the same gender? What does Religion have to say about it? Can homosexuals raise children and have a family? Be honest and tell us what your opinion and ideas are.

Where does Inspiration come from?

Whenever you read a wonderful story or a magnificent novel you feel different - you believe fiction breaks the physical boundaries of the text! How come? Basically, when you are a good reader, you are one with the story, you are part of the story, everything happens because of you and only for you - the reader, a priviliged witness. Moreover, we feel a close connection with the mind behind the story - with the writer. Where does his/her inspiration come from? Why did he/she write such a fantastic tale? What does he/she want from me? Does he/she want me to criticize his/her work? Does he/she want me to be a new, totally different person? Think and tell...

Just like you!

Parents usually want the best in the world for their children - that`s kind of logical. However, sometimes they simply want too much! They expect a lot from their children, and that means their children have to do their best to please their parents. Have you ever felt that kind of pressure? Do you usually do what your parents tell you to do - even when you don`t want to do it? How can you make them understand that`s not what you want for your life? What happens when parents try to impose their ideas and don`t listen to their children? Tell us your opinion.

That little thing called love!

Have you ever been in love? How can you be so sure? In the end, what is "to be in love" like? Does love last forever? Remember your last couple... Was it a physical kind of love or a spiritual kind of love? Are you still feeling the same thing for that person? Can all humans experience "true love"? What is "true love" like? Can love resist long distances? What do people usually do to keep that flame of eternal love shining? Think and tell.

What are you afraid of?

People are fearful by nature - death, cemeteries, dead bodies, darkness, strange creatures, ghosts, solitude, rejectment. Why are we always afraid of something? What are the most common things or circumstances we are afraid of? What are you afraid of? What can we do to overcome our deepest fears? Tell us all about it.

Why am I studying this career?

You understand the importance of making "good decisions" everyday - but don´t make good decisions all the time, right? For example, what do you study? Why do you study that and not something different? Did you make a good decision when you decided to study that career? What were the factors you considered? Did anybody influence your decision? Are you considering studying a different career? Why? Please, tell us all about it.

Men... so typical!

As a young man, I can say there many things women think we like doing all the time: watching football, talking and hanging out with our friends, drinking lots of beer, driving cars, riding motorbikes, cheating our girlfriends, thinking of sex, just to mention some. But, are all man like this? Is it a wrong "stereotype"? Are really men like women imagine us? What is a typical man like? Explain your opinion and describe them, please.

Women... so typical!

Why are women so complicated? or , is it just me and my male imagination? When they say "No" they really want to say "Yes". They spend hours and hours shopping and talking on the phone. They spend a lot of money on make-up and unnecessary things. They all want to get married and have children. And the list continues. But, is this a wrong "stereotype"? Are women really like we imagine them? What is a typical woman like? Can you understand them? Explain your opinion and describe them, please.

I hate this class!

University students are characterized by their clear, well-structured criteria: they are critical students by definition. Are you? Let´s see: Could you tell us what your "best class" is? Why do you consider so? And, could you tell us what your "worst class" is? Why do you consider so? Explain everybody what the problem is, please. Write a honest comment, be fair: Is it because of a "bad teacher"? Is it a "boring class"? Is it "too early" or "too late"? What is wrong with that subject?

It is on the Menu!

The waiter makes you an offer "Would you like a banana and peanut butter sandwich? Maybe some pineapple juice"?. What do you tell him: "Yes, please" or "No, thank you"? Your answer depends on your personal preferences, right? What are your favourite dishes - those that make you say "Mmm! Delicious! I want some more, please!"? What is the food you don´t eat at all - those dishes that make you say "Yuk! Disgusting! I feel like throwing up!"? Express your personal preferences, explain your reasons - use "I love...", "I really like...", "I quite like...", "I like...", "I don´t like... very much", or "I don´t like... at all". Be honest, please.

Enjoy your Holiday!

You are going on Holiday soon. But, Why do people go on holiday, in general? Why don´t they stay at home? And, when you are away from home, spending some time in whatever tourist destination, what do you usually like doing? What are the sports you would like to try on your next "X-treme Holidays"? Tell us all about it. Write a simple text (50-75 words) expressing your honest opinion.

Born Free - Wild Spirit!

Think carefully, there are two options for you: playing football with your friends, as usual, or doing something new and absolutely risky... Are you a "Wild Spirit" - someone who is ready to do whatever it takes to feel free, a rebellious mind? Or , do you prefer calm, quiet, smooth free-time activities? What kind of person are you? Tell us, we want to know.

Happiness is around the corner

"The Pursuit of Happiness" is an everlasting quest - we don´t know where it is or even how to get there. Have you got any idea? Do you really know what "happiness" mean? Could you describe it? What are the things or circumstances that make you feel "happy"? So, when you are not "happy", are you "unhappy"? What is that like? Explain all these considerations in detail, please.

My Dreams for the Future

People change everyday - life makes us "readapt" and "readopt" new life projects. Take five minutes to consider the "New You" you will turn into soon: What do you see? What will your expectations and greatest ambitions be? Would you like to get married and have some children? Are you going to continue studying after college graduation? Would you like to buy a flat, a bike, a car? Do you want to be an entrepreneur? Tell us all about it - write a simple text, expressing both your short-term and long-term personal and professional goals. (100 words).