We assume too much about other people. We assume their intent, their rigidity, their unwillingness to listen. We assume they have already made up their minds, that they are uninterested in a real conversation, that they won’t hear us no matter how well we articulate our point. But what if they … [Read more...]
Carrying Identity with Pride and Humility
I am writing this from Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, waiting for my connecting flight back to Canada. My trip to India, which was good for both my heart and soul, has left me reflecting deeply on my own identity. Travel has a way of pulling thoughts to the surface, and this time was no … [Read more...]
You Don’t Need a Lawyer. You Need Better Prompts.
The Tehsil offices in Punjab do not move fast. Nothing is simple, everything takes time, and, of course, palms must be oiled. The professional working with us was doing what professionals in such situations often do: explaining to us why things were complicated, why delays were inevitable, why … [Read more...]
What We Leave Behind Lives Within Those We Shape
There’s a difference between inheritance and legacy. One fades; the other endures. The things we leave for our children - wealth, property, possessions - are temporary. They can be lost, spent, or devalued. But what we leave in them - values, wisdom, resilience, curiosity, and kindness - becomes … [Read more...]
The Rarity of Awe: Why We Should Be Selfish with Our Deepest Admiration
Awe is not a casual emotion. It is not excitement, not admiration, not even deep respect. It is something rarer, something almost sacred - an emotion so profound that it should be reserved for only the most extraordinary. And yet, in a world that thrives on instant validation and exaggerated … [Read more...]
The Paradox of Patience: How Slowing Down Often Gets You There Faster
As I travel through India and admire the massive improvement in infrastructure, especially when it comes to roads, I can’t help marvelling at how the drivers here navigate the traffic. I see myself as a good driver, solid and well trained, but I can’t dare to drive here. One attribute, or habit … [Read more...]
The World Rests on the Shoulders of the Willing
There has never been a time in history when the world wasn’t on the brink of something - change, chaos, collapse, or renewal. The end-of-the-world theorists have always found an audience, but I’ve never subscribed to their view. Because every time I look closely, I see something else entirely: a … [Read more...]
Neighbours, Not Strangers: Holding Onto What We’ve Built
There’s a certain kind of noise that comes with political tension. It can rattle the room, hijack the headlines, and, if we’re not careful, cloud the relationships that matter most. But when the subject is tariffs, trade, and cross-border tension, we’d do well to remember that beneath all the … [Read more...]
Why Do We Only Listen When an Influencer Says It?
It’s baffling how often the simplest ideas go unnoticed until they’re said aloud by someone with a platform. You know the moment - the one where you’ve been mulling over a thought for ages, and then an influencer, a person with authority, articulates it, and suddenly, it’s like the light bulb … [Read more...]
The Rhythm of Greatness: Sprint Intentionally, Rest Deliberately, Win Consistently
Sometimes it takes stepping away from your environment and your routine to truly appreciate the why, what, and how of your own life. As I spend time in India, observing and experiencing the differences, I can’t help but notice the stark contrast in how people approach work, time, and energy. … [Read more...]
When Tolerance Turns on Itself
Why protecting openness sometimes requires drawing a line. “Unlimited tolerance must lead to the disappearance of tolerance. If we extend unlimited tolerance even to those who are intolerant, if we are not prepared to defend a tolerant society ... then the tolerant will be destroyed, and … [Read more...]
The Ethical Framework of Giving: Beyond Religious Doctrine to a Life of Purposeful Generosity
Giving is a universal theme. Across time and geography, traditions of generosity have shaped how people live, connect, and contribute to the world. Whether we look at religious practices or the secular ethos of modern life, the act of giving has always been a cornerstone of human existence. But … [Read more...]
The Art of Keeping Your Word: Why Reliability Is a Powerful Strength
Reliability isn’t flashy. It doesn’t announce itself, doesn’t seek validation, doesn’t ask for credit. But in a world where people overpromise and underdeliver, it quietly becomes one of the most valuable things you can offer. It’s rare, not because it’s complicated, but because it requires … [Read more...]
The Quiet Strength That Holds the World Together
The world often feels like it’s teetering on the edge - fractured by polarizing conversations, amplified by the unrelenting noise of media, and shadowed by the struggles so many face in silence. Social platforms magnify the extremes, and headlines thrive on conflict, leaving many of us grappling … [Read more...]
Buying Canadian Isn’t Enough – We Need to Build Canadian and Back Our Builders
I’ve always believed that Canada is a country of builders. We don’t always make a big deal about it, but we have this quiet, determined way of solving problems. We innovate, we adapt, and we find workarounds when things don’t go as planned. But for all that resourcefulness, we don’t seem to own … [Read more...]