Embracing Age-Old Wisdom “The human spirit must prevail over technology.” — Albert Einstein We live in an era where progress is bursting forward at breakneck speed. And I ponder why our parents often seem rooted in their ways and hesitant to embrace the rapid changes that define our times. Is it too hard for them, too fast, perhaps? While it might be tempting…

And can change your reality It all boils down to one simple truth: What we think and believe dictates what we experience. It’s crucial that we’re mindful of these thoughts, or else they become destructive forces that undermine our happiness and cause us misery. I mean, it’s so easy for thoughts to run away. And if you keep feeding them,…

The power and the key to mastering the self Self-awareness is a simple concept, yet we don’t master it in the little ways nor see it in front of our eyes every day. Simple but by no means common. Self-awareness is so rare that only 10–15 % of people are truly self-aware. Many of us say we are self-aware… We may have…

We’ve all been on that see-saw, but do you know how to maintain a balance? One second you’re up, enjoying the thrill, the next, you’re dreading hitting the ground, hoping for a soft landing. I still give the see-saw at the playground a go sometimes. It’s all relative. Life can feel just like that — ups and downs. But what’s…

Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time — Bertrand Russell I did nothing during the first couple of years of my children’s lives. I know that is a brave and bold statement to make. But there I said it! What a load off my chest. It’s honest, frightening, and about time I acknowledged it. I remember the days when my…

There is always a first time for everything. Here’s why it helps to be realistic. Imagine you are in a dark place. There are several ways to think about what is happening to you. Which would you choose? Your answer can say a lot about your perception. Either you have an optimistic view, a pessimistic view, or a realistic view.…

The coincidence of events that appear meaningfully related but do not seem to be causally connected has more of an impact than you think I’ve had my share of coincidences, meaningful coincidences, and everything between. They were unseen messages from the universe, residing in daily life, incognito. I’ve often wondered how certain people I know are so in tune with their…

Life with no fear is a fantasy Are you ready to face your fears for a chance to win up to $50,000? Watching Fear Factor, these would be the words you hear, when teams of two compete for the chance to win $50,000. Would you dare to face your fears for that much money? Nobody can convince you not to be…