Are our sacrifices worth it?

We all make sacrifices for various reasons. Some of us sacrifice time to earn more money, while others give up money to gain more time. We might also sacrifice our resources for justice, status, legacy, or other goals. Often, we aren’t fully aware of what...

Treasures!

Perhaps we are all blessed with countless treasures. Perhaps one of the purposes of life is to identify and explore these treasures, using them to make a positive impact.

Lethargy!

I’ll do it tomorrow. It’s not that important. All right, I’ll get to it eventually. This pattern of slow responses and procrastination isn’t harmless. Lethargy comes at a significant, often unquantifiable, cost. How can we measure the price of...

Listening with an open mind!

As a child, I learned from my environment, teachers, and parents. As I grew older, I sought counsel for guidance and support, knowing I didn’t have all the answers and needed help. Upon reaching adulthood, I mistakenly believed I knew everything and began...

Parallel worlds!

We live in parallel worlds. What is considered right in one country may be deemed wrong in the neighbouring country. It may be primarily influenced by differing cultures and societal norms. These cultural and societal frameworks shape our perceptions of morality,...

Workarounds can be appealing!

Workarounds can be appealing because they provide quick solutions to immediate problems. However, if we rely on them without thoroughly understanding the underlying issues, they can proliferate rapidly, leading to more significant challenges. Over time, a habit of...

Critical KPI for my work!

The critical KPI for my work is the degree to which I have moved the needle. I may spend time demonstrating the value I add or my knowledge or skills. I may choose to showcase how others are not doing the right things. My critical KPI is the degree to which I have...

This is how the world has always been!

When I view the present through the rosy lens of the ‘good old days,’ the present may disappoint me. However, life continues to move on. Things continue to expand, contract, start, and stop. While it may seem disappointing, perhaps, this is how the world...

Behind every success!

My achievements give the impression that I am a winner. It could be delivering a successful project or scoring a goal in soccer. It is natural for us to focus on the person closely associated with the final action, whether it’s a successful project or a soccer...

Social norms appears to support us!

The pressure of what others think of me often seems unnecessary. My default response is often, ‘So why should I bother?’ This mindset gives me the freedom to do what I think is right without worrying about impressing others. On the surface, this approach...