SAM Frida
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The Tightrope of Awareness
In the dance of existence, every human being encounters the rhythm of pain and pleasure, etching deep patterns of response into the fabric of their being. The path to self-awareness is laid with the sharp stones of these experiences, each a lesson disguised in the...
Understanding the Mid-Life Awakening: A Positive Spin on a Challenging Phase
As we journey through life, the term "mid-life crisis" has often been painted with a rather negative brush. It conjures images of impulsive decisions, emotional turbulence, and an overarching sense of loss. However, there's a more empowering way to view this phase of...
The Courage to Live Outside ‘The Box’
In a world where conformity is rewarded and deviation is often met with harsh judgment, there lies an invisible structure, 'The Box.' It's a construct woven into the fabric of society that dictates norms, behaviors, and even thoughts. Inside this box, rules reign...
The magical Lotus flower
The lotus flower grows in muddy water and rises above the surface to bloom with remarkable beauty. At night the flower closes and sinks underwater, at dawn it rises and opens again. Untouched by the impurity, lotus symbolizes the purity of heart and mind....
The Wisdom of Scars: Understanding Resilience Through Kahlil Gibran’s Perspective
There's a profound depth to Kahlil Gibran's words that resonates with those who've faced life's harshest battles. The quote, "Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars," offers no quick fixes or easy...
Kindness Isn’t the Kryptonite; It’s the Keystone
Contrary to the beliefs of these so-called leaders, kindness is not a liability—it is the keystone that holds the arch of a successful team together. In their narrow view, kindness is equated with a lack of authority, a reluctance to discipline, a weakness to be...
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Happy Earth Day
Happy Earth Day from the breathtaking Hawaiian Islands, a place where the spirit of aloha extends far beyond its people to embrace the land itself. In Hawaii, Earth Day is not just an annual event; it's a daily commitment to living in harmony with nature. The islands...
The Dual Edges of Memory—Finding Light in the Shadows
Navigating the corridors of our past, especially those dimmed by darker days, is a poignant journey of memory and emotion. Each of us carries a trove of memories, a mix of joyous peaks and painful troughs. For those like myself, who have endured particularly...