December 2025 - Ripple Foundation Wave Blog

Book cover of Phantasma

December 25, 2025

By Iliza Habonimana

Phantasma: The Darkness Behind the Magic

A gripping review of Kaylie Smith’s Phantasma, a dark fantasy romance featuring deadly trials, demons, and an unforgettable love story.

A cheerful woman enjoying creative digital art with colorful abstract background, emphasizing innovation and inspiration in education and community engagement.

December 18, 2025

Tips and Advice

The Importance of a Creative Hobby

Amanda Xu explores how creative hobbies can boost mental health, reduce doomscrolling, and bring joy into your life.

Overcoming emotional pain and resilience, "Can't Hurt Me" book by David Goggins on a wooden desk with a coffee cup, glasses, notebook, and pens, emphasizing mental toughness, personal development, and self-help.

December 18, 2025

By Gregory Perri

Review: Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds

Gregory Perri takes a look at Can’t Hurt Me, revealing how discipline, resilience, and self-accountability can reshape your life.

December 18, 2025

By Isabella Ciaccia

Creative Writing

To Annotate or Not to Annotate: A Comprehensive Guide on Annotating Books

Learn how annotating books with tabs, highlights and margin notes improves focus and reading retention while making every book more meaningful.

1. K-pop Demon Hunters animated series poster featuring fierce female characters with neon-lit cityscape background.

December 17, 2025

By Alexis Icasas

K-Pop Demon Hunters: Singing Their Way Into Our Hearts

Alexis Icasas takes a look at the characters, themes, and music in K-Pop Demon Hunters.

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