In the Swiss city of Basel, where the heat is intense, a person sits on the edge of a white basin, swinging their legs in the water. This act seems to follow a director’s request to "swing their soul" as part of a performance or artistic expression. Watching people sipping iced coffee around the Münsterplatz, a prominent square in the city, the individual appears to have a small idea in mind but hesitates. The leg movements are meant to blend in with the surroundings, aiming to transform into a statue-like figure that fits the decor of the square. The strategy works, as no one seems to notice them. The person considers removing their tight T-shirt but hesitates, staying on the smooth stone for three minutes. They acknowledge that moving forward just a few centimeters and sliding into the water—potable and sparkling under the sun, which is above 30 °C—would be simple. A glance is cast at the nearby ice cream vendor, adding to the quiet tension of the moment. The article mentions that readers must subscribe to access the full text, with options to subscribe for access to all articles, the digital weekly, the app, the Morning Mail, and newsletters starting from 1 € per month. Other articles referenced include "Small tips to get out of yourself," "I drove the last steam train in Europe," and "I tested for you: the longevity cure," as well as "I tested for you: being an environmentally impeccable tourist." The publication, Der Spiegel, is a major news and political analysis journal created in 1946 by the British occupying force and established in Hamburg. It is now part of the Holtzbrinck group and is described as sharp and demanding, yet tolerant and liberal. Published every Thursday, it features a refined layout and iconography. Based in Berlin, the Der Spiegel Online site has its own editorial team, maintaining the high standards of the print edition.