For more than two decades, I carried ideas like unopened letters - thoughts waiting to be expressed but never quite sent into the world. Six months ago, I changed that. I made a quiet, personal promise to show up every day and write. Hesitation isn’t a lack of ability or ambition. It’s a mix of … [Read more...]
Heroes on the Beam: Lessons from “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper”
The other day, while scrolling through YouTube with my father, we stumbled upon a video that gave us an unforgettable glimpse into history. The video, "Lunch Atop a Skyscraper: The Story Behind the Iconic Photograph", unveiled the remarkable world of the … [Read more...]
Let Go to Take Hold: The Art of Navigating Life’s Chaos
Stress is the uninvited guest that arrives just when you don’t need it, demanding attention and draining your energy. It shows up as a heated argument at work, a broken-down car on the commute home, an unexpected speeding ticket, or the constant demands of caregiving. Each event feels like its own … [Read more...]
Eighteen Summers: Building the Memory Map of a Lifetime
As we move into another winter, let’s take a moment to imagine the summer that lies 6 - 7 months away. With its long days and open horizons, summer has a way of reminding us that time is fleeting and precious. Yet, if you pause to count, you might realize there are only 18 summers you truly get with … [Read more...]
Karm Hi Dharam Hai: The Quiet Power of Doing What Must Be Done
Thirty years ago, as a young engineering student, I found myself spiraling into panic over an exam. Fear consumed me - fear of failing, fear of disappointing myself and others, fear of outcomes beyond my control. My dad, ever calm in moments of my distress, offered a pearl of wisdom that would stay … [Read more...]
The Seasons of Life: Embracing Beauty, Challenge, and Change
There’s a particular poetry in living where the seasons unfold in their full splendor. For those who’ve experienced all four, their rhythm feels like life itself - cyclical, unpredictable, demanding, and breathtaking. In Canada, each season is distinct and dramatic, commanding its own identity. They … [Read more...]
The Strength You Don’t Know You Have
“You don’t know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.”-Bob Marley Bob Marley’s words resonate deeply with me because they reveal a universal truth about human resilience. Strength is often invisible, unacknowledged and untested, until life demands its presence. … [Read more...]
The Art of Fewer, Deeper Connections: Embracing Minimalism in Relationships
For years, I lived by the mantra of “shake hands and build relationships.” Networking was a cornerstone of my professional identity, a creed that guided the first two decades of my career. I was a Rolodex builder, a collector of names and numbers, perpetually feeding an ever-growing contact list. My … [Read more...]
Mapping the Mosaic of Relationships: Making Sense of the Bonds That Define Us
Life is a tapestry woven with countless threads of human connection, each unique in its role, depth, and meaning. From the briefest encounters to the deepest bonds, relationships define how we navigate the world. Yet in an era where labels like "friend" and "family" are often thrown around … [Read more...]
Writing for Depth, Not for Follower Count: Crafting Content that Stands the Test of Time
In a world fixated on views, likes, and clicks, it’s easy to believe that impact as a writer is about captivating the largest possible audience. Everywhere you look, there’s advice on how to make your content “go viral” or boost engagement metrics. But for those of us who write to make sense of the … [Read more...]