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Living Behind Invisible Walls

Living Behind Invisible Walls

Imagine waking up each day knowing that your world is confined to the same few miles. The sky above is the same for everyone, but for you, it's a ceiling that presses down, a constant reminder of the limitations imposed on your life. This is the reality for many...

This Is Life

This Is Life

When I started loving myself” - A poem by Charlie Chaplin written on his 70th birthday on April 16, 1959: When I started loving myselfI understood that I’m always and at any given opportunity in the right place at the right time.And I understood that all that happens...

Boundaries and Resentment: A Reflection

Boundaries and Resentment: A Reflection

I came across a thought-provoking quote today that really made me pause and reflect on the emotions we often feel—resentment, disappointment, anger. These feelings can be intense and consuming, but when we dig deeper, we often find that they stem from a deeper issue:...

The Power of Acknowledgment: A Path to Connection

The Power of Acknowledgment: A Path to Connection

In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the importance of making others feel seen and heard. We scroll through social media, barely pausing to interact with posts, and in our personal interactions, we often let our emotions cloud our ability to truly listen....

Remembering Lahaina: One Year Later

Remembering Lahaina: One Year Later

One year ago, the devastating fire in La Haina forever changed the lives of many on Maui. Today, we remember the loss, the heartache, and the indomitable spirit of our community. This tragedy starkly reminded us that life is unpredictable and fleeting. Yet, it also...

The Search for Love: Beyond Checking Boxes

The Search for Love: Beyond Checking Boxes

In today's world, it's not uncommon to hear people express a longing for someone to love or to be loved by someone. This yearning is entirely normal—after all, we all crave that deep, meaningful connection that love brings. But it's interesting to consider what we...

The Duality of Strength and Softness

The Duality of Strength and Softness

Strength is often celebrated, especially in a society that values resilience and the ability to endure hardships. The quote by Zandashé L’orelia Brown encapsulates an often overlooked perspective on this celebration of strength. For many, being strong is not a choice...

Rethinking the Sales Process in Data Solutions

Rethinking the Sales Process in Data Solutions

Having spent a significant part of my career in sales, particularly in selling data solutions, I've come to realize that the conventional sales approach is fundamentally flawed when it comes to data. Working for a company that developed data solutions, I noticed an...