Our True North At some point in life, we may drift away from our true north and find ourselves in strange territory. Life's journey often feels like a labyrinth. We wander through its intricate maze, and sometimes we lose our bearings from our own inner compass. We...
Morning Routines: A Magic Key or a Misguided Myth? Morning routines have become trendy. Social media teems with secrets, promising keys to wellbeing through specific morning rituals like waking up at 3 a.m. or practicing "magic mornings." Often, people try to...
Life throws unexpected turns and curveballs all the time. It's often these unexpected events that push us towards experiences that enrich our lives. But the question is how do we react? Aisha was a renowned culinary artist, known for her incredible desserts. One day,...
Our world thrives on grand gestures; yet, the small, simple acts often hold the most power, especially when they are authentic and real. Simple acts have the potential to turn lives around. A comforting touch can dispel loneliness. It's like a reassuring hand on a...
Navigating through Stress The last few days have been a whirlwind of stress. Amidst the turmoil, I felt the need to connect with my inner self. This led me to write down some thoughts, reflections that I hope may also serve to inspire anyone who needs them. The world...
Comedian George Carlin once painted the human tug of war, a fascinating picture for us. Imagine informing a friend about an unseen man in the cosmos, the architect of everything. Your friend nods, accepting this profound concept without hesitation. But, tell them that...
The Beauty of Aging The beauty of aging isn't in losing strength, it's about gaining wisdom and learning from life. It shows us how strong we've become from all the paths we've walked. Consider the vast oceans, ever-changing yet eternal. No one ever tells them they've...
There is a fire in each of us that only we can see. Sometimes disaster strikes. Our response defines us. Can we see the possibility, not the crisis? Take Bethany Hamilton. A shark attack cost her an arm. It was no walk in the park. But she didn't give up. A year...
The Sides of the Mountain “It's the sides of the mountain which sustain life, not the top,” writes Robert M. Pirsig in the Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. This adage can be applied metaphorically to our journey through life, where the value of our...
Can we actively choose creation over criticism as members of this interconnected world? So much energy is squandered debating and arguing about what and who is right and wrong. We often encounter situations where there is disagreement with someone’s approach or way of...