Stop Collecting Advice. Start Doing the Work.

There’s a strange habit lots of individuals have. They keep buying self-help books. They download courses. They save motivational videos. They follow productivity pages. Their phones are full of screenshots and “I’ll come back to this later” notes. All these, without actually doing the work. Actually, when one really look at it, most persons don’t … Continue reading Stop Collecting Advice. Start Doing the Work.

No One Can Hurt You Without Your Permission

There’s a powerful truth that many people overlook: no one can truly hurt you without your permission. It’s not about denying pain or pretending that cruel words, betrayal, or disappointment don’t sting. Rather, it’s about understanding that your reaction; not the action, ultimately determines the depth of your hurt. We live in a world where … Continue reading No One Can Hurt You Without Your Permission

Stop Expecting More from Those Who Have Shown You Time and Time Again That You Don’t Matter

Picsart One of the hardest lessons in life is realizing that some people simply don’t value you the way you value them. It’s painful especially when one has given their best, been there through their dark days, and supported them without conditions. Yet, they make excuses, show inconsistency, or treat one’s presence like it’s optional. … Continue reading Stop Expecting More from Those Who Have Shown You Time and Time Again That You Don’t Matter

The Pawns Hate Each Other, But the Players Are Friends

In every society, whether in politics, business, or even daily social structures, there exists a recurring pattern: those at the bottom often find themselves in conflict, while those at the top, who pull the strings, tend to share alliances. This paradox is well illustrated by the saying, “the pawns always hate each other, but the … Continue reading The Pawns Hate Each Other, But the Players Are Friends

True Societal Growth Begins With the Innovation of the Mind

In response to my article “Has Modern Society Made Humans Smarter or More Ignorant? Read more” someone raised a concern about how his son who used to love reading books and magazines, as well as any radio or tv channels that put out educational contents, like national geographic, and nat geo wild, suddenly stopped reading … Continue reading True Societal Growth Begins With the Innovation of the Mind

Respect Your Limitations, But Don’t Use Them as an Excuse

Picart image We all have limitations. And this is not necessary a bad thing, it is life. However, how one choses to manage these limitations is where the magic happens. Every person is born with strengths and weaknesses, a unique set of talents, abilities, and limits. Recognizing those limits is not a sign of defeat … Continue reading Respect Your Limitations, But Don’t Use Them as an Excuse

Should Children be Their Parent’s Retirement Plan?

I recently came across a lady’s post, “your kids are not your retirement plan. Raising them with the expectation they’ll take care of you in old age is emotional blackmail disguised as culture.” Emphasizing that parents should instead plan their future, and parent out of love, not investment. Posts like this carry mix feelings. In … Continue reading Should Children be Their Parent’s Retirement Plan?