Have you seen the movie “Up”? It is a story is based on a man who can’t let go of his past. For most of the movie, Carl Frederickson clings to his past with his wife who had recently passed away. He is obssessed with taking Ellie, his wife, to Paradise falls, their dream destination.Continue reading “Look forward”
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You don’t know everything!
The first time I heard of Bill Nye was on the Big Bang Theory! His show, Bill Nye The Science Guy, was such a hit it was nominated for 23 Emmy Awards and won 19! After his show was over in 1998, he continued trying to make the world a better place through education. NowContinue reading “You don’t know everything!”
Rise
We are all wired to be empathetic, loving, compassionate and kind. However there is this strange belief in our world that in order to get ahead we need to step on the person below us and use him or her as a step toward getting where we want? We see it all the time. ButContinue reading “Rise”
New Beginnings
When I look back at my life so far, every ending that I have experienced led to something better. I am where I am now because of change. Something that ended in my past, allowed me to have new opportunities and challenges in my life, and the outcomes I got were always positive, whether itContinue reading “New Beginnings”
Chrysalis ~ Why the caterpillar must die
If you ask anyone to give you a symbol of transformation and you will most probably get a mention of the caterpillar. It is and remains a beautiful image: the insignificant and often ugly caterpillar who will wrap himself in his silk bud or cocoon and emerge like a glorious winged creature. A chrysalis is the formContinue reading “Chrysalis ~ Why the caterpillar must die”
Where are you headed?
I’ve always admired and been inspired by founders of startups who work towards bringing their ideas to life despite all the challenges that come their way. This quote reminded me of them. Like them we all have dreams and desires. Simply intending or desiring a certain outcome is never enough. Most of us land upContinue reading “Where are you headed?”
Less Talk, More Action
We all know that it is easier to talk about something rather than it is to actually get something done. And why is that? Probably because making a point is easier for many reasons We can do it from the comfort of our couch Social media has made it so easy to air our viewsContinue reading “Less Talk, More Action”
Lead by Example
When I think of leading by example, the first person that comes to mind is Pope Francis. I still vividly remember the tv coverage for the first few days after his election. On the day he was elected Pope, he broke several hitherto practised protocols: he preferred his ordinary black shoes to the papal redContinue reading “Lead by Example”
Chip Away At Yourself Everyday
On August 16, 1501, Michelangelo was chosen to the execute the herculean task of sculpting the greatest sculpture ever created, The David. Shortly after receiving the commission, Michelangelo set to work. From a massive block of marble excavated in Northern Tuscany, he chipped away, day after day, week after week, month after month…until just overContinue reading “Chip Away At Yourself Everyday”
It’s never too late to change your life
Too often we catch ourselves on autopilot mode, caught in the same routine, the same 9-5 grind. Unhappy, unfulfilled, and uninspired we go through life counting time instead of making time count. While it is perfectly normal to crave routine, there is so much more to be discovered outside of our comfort zones. We tend toContinue reading “It’s never too late to change your life”
Kenrick Vaz 