“A little nonsense now and then, is cherished by the wisest men.”

— Roald Dahl

The works of Roald Dahl are a treasured part of many childhoods, full of wonder and imagination. The humor and whimsy of such cherished books as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, and James and the Giant Peach is nothing short of infectious. Many of these stories have inspired film adaptations, bringing Dahl’s playful spirit and rapier wit to a new generation. Dahl’s example is a testament to the fact that work does not—need not—equate to stuffed shirt seriousness all the time. A little fun and frolic does a person good. And who knows—it may inspire your next great idea.

Time to relax

• “A truly relaxing aural experience, full of bird and occasional frog noises. As one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet, an avid nature lover could easily lose themselves trying to distinguish the calls of various species.” – Let these gorgeous soundclips take you back to your favourite travel destinations
• “Teun van der Zalm developed an algorithm for creating nebulae in games, VR, and film. This showcase of the results, set to a lovely free track by Lee Rosevere, hints at the beauty that emerges from math.” – Relaxing video on awe-inspiring stellar nebulae
• “Screaming into festive decorative throw pillows!” – The Cute And Hilarious Ways People Are Dealing With Stress This Holidays
• “In two words: floatation therapy. In four other words: reduced environmental stimulation therapy (which, appropriately, boils down to the acronym REST). REST is said to promote pain relief, stress relief, better circulation and endorphins galore.” – Floating in a Pitch-Black Tank of Saltwater Is As Relaxing As It Sounds
• “While it may not be easy to push your differences aside, especially if your family or friend gatherings feel mandatory, there are ways to be in control of your own emotional experience.” — Stanford psychologist gives 4 science-backed ways to beat stress and stay happy over the holidays

Enjoy your weekend 🙂