Hi everyone,

Following my visit to Turkey, I would like to share the inspiration from my recent experiences.

Initially, it was a refreshing break and a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with loved ones. I began my journey in Ankara, where my wife resides. Before embarking on my PhD in the UK and subsequent travels abroad, Ankara was our home where I used to work. Over time, the city has grown busier and lost some of its charm. This observation comes after a significant influx of people following recent seismic events, as Ankara is perceived as a safer city.

I had hoped for an uninterrupted break to enjoy my time in Ankara without any revisions or obligations. However, reality was different, and I found myself needing to make improvements to my current work. It was a reminder that despite my beliefs and efforts, sometimes we face harsh realities unexpectedly. Yet, dwelling on these challenges only seems to worsen my psychology. Instead, I'd like to share my thoughts inspired by a theatre play I recently watched with my beloved wife.

The play depicted the life of Albert Einstein beyond his scientific achievements. It humanized him, showing that Einstein, like all of us, had personal relationships and familial responsibilities. The play particularly shed light on his role as a father. It portrayed Einstein's daughter, Lieserl, whom he hadn't seen for years until she visited him as a journalist. Initially unaware of her identity, Einstein eventually recognized her just before she left. The encounter sparked a poignant moment of reflection on fatherhood for Einstein, who believed that his dedication to science meant he couldn't fully embrace traditional family roles.

The play raised thought-provoking questions for me. While I understand Einstein's perspective to some extent, my wife argued that if he truly prioritized science above all else, perhaps he shouldn't have pursued fatherhood. Regardless of the accuracy of the play's portrayal, it highlighted that Einstein, despite his scientific genius, also experienced the complexities of family life. He chose to isolate himself even from his own daughter, emphasizing how his personal life was as unpredictable as his scientific endeavors.