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#Heat
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 29/04/2016
» I never see the point of saying something obvious -- it's a waste of time, like saying today is Friday. What good does it do? Nada. But how can one not talk about this extreme heat we're living with?
#Change
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 22/04/2016
» If you are a regular Guru reader, you will (hopefully) have noticed a few aesthetic changes in this issue. If you are not a regular Guru reader, well, you've missed out on so much. I'm telling you. So. Much.
A divine retreat
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 22/04/2016
» When Bangkokians think about places for a peaceful escape, Asok probably doesn't make their list. More often associated with traffic jams and crowded dining spots, there is, however, a serene side to Asok. Admittedly rare, but there is.
#PlasticBeauty
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 11/03/2016
» I was recently at a hospital visiting a friend. This particular hospital is famous for cosmetic surgery, so much so that I admit I was at first a little surprised my friend said she gave birth to her baby there.
Break a sweat, not the bank
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 19/02/2016
» Oh, how we all dream of having a flat stomach, toned arms and the endurance of Usain Bolt. The problem with making that dream come true is we have too many excuses. Signing up at a gym? No money. Running in the park? Too hot. Swimming? Too wet. Yoga at home? No time. Ice cream? Oh, yes.
#NoComment
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 15/01/2016
» I recently read a great quote: "Maturing is realising how many things don't require your comment."
Home is where the hope is
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 15/01/2016
» Growing up, most of us were taught not to talk to strangers, much less homeless people. They are potentially dangerous or mentally ill, we were told.
#Cheaters
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 18/12/2015
» Recently, newspapers in Thailand are all about one corruption scandal after another. It's as if politicians and authorities are holding their own, not-very-good-looking version of The Face Thailand -- dramas unfold every week, backs are stabbed and people are gotten rid of.
Some like it hot
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 11/12/2015
» I admit that I find it difficult to come up with a way to convince my readers to find the idea of sweating attractive, especially because you are probably already sweating now, during Bangkok's so-called "winter". I mean, haven't we reached maximum sweat allowance just by existing in this climate?
#TheParentingGame
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 13/11/2015
» One of the roles of your parents is to embarrass you in public. You can’t blame them, because they don’t do it on purpose — it’s something they are naturally programmed to do.