A journey called life
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Is Forgetting Just as Important as Remembering?
I believe forgetting is essential — not just for humans, but as a concept for growth, clarity, and balance. Forgetting isn’t just the absence of memory; it’s a form of letting go. Imagine if we remembered every detail — every conversation, every mistake, every fleeting thought — life would become overwhelming. Forgetting allows us to Continue reading
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Old Scars, New Leaves, Life, etc.
In one quiet corner of my homestead stands a Japanese maple—slender, graceful and deeply meditative in its presence. Each year, it sheds its leaves in winter, leaving behind a bare, delicate frame. It never fails to catch my attention, this ritual of letting go. The once fiery foliage falls away, one leaf at a time, Continue reading
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Success is Personal
I am not here to compete with anyone, nor am I here to follow the conventions set by others. I walk my own path, guided by dreams that belong solely to me. My journey is carved by my own hands, shaped by my own challenges and defined by the fears I must conquer. There is Continue reading
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Love: Across the Great Distance
Love is often seen as a force that brings people together, an unbreakable bond that transcends time and space. But sometimes, love also necessitates distance—not as a means of separation, but as a journey toward wholeness. This road I travel does not take me toward or away from you. Instead, it is a path through Continue reading
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Why Dreamers Fail and Doers Succeed
I have often noticed that people fear the unknown—and understandably so. Throughout human evolution, fear has been a survival mechanism. It kept our ancestors from recklessly confronting saber-toothed tigers, a choice that could have been fatal. Yet, while some are paralyzed by fear, others hold onto the hope of embarking on their journey to success. Continue reading
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Ephemeral as Spring, Eternal as Love
Seasons turn like the pages of an ancient story—each one a chapter of transformation. Winter wraps the world in stillness, its bare trees whispering tales of endurance. The rains arrive with their twin gifts—renewal and tempest. Winter is beautiful, but summer is blissful. And between them lies spring—the magic of life itself. What better herald Continue reading
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The Illusions We Live By
From the moment we open our eyes to the world, we are fed a series of beliefs—some comforting, some misleading and many that shape our entire existence. But what if the truths we hold dear are mere illusions? Let’s break down a few illusions that have been ingrained in us and contrast them with reality. Continue reading
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The Suddenness of Death: Was Seneca Wrong?
Life often feels abundant, with time stretching endlessly before us. We make plans, set goals and envision futures filled with experiences and milestones. Yet, moments of disaster remind us how fragile life truly is. The recent 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar is one such reminder—a jolt to our sense of permanence, a stark confrontation with the Continue reading
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What Life Has Taught Me: 10 Truths
Life is a journey filled with challenges, discoveries and opportunities. Along the way, we gather wisdom that shapes our perspective. Here are ten key lessons I’ve learned from my life’s experiences and want to share with you today: In the end, life is too long to waste on mere existence. Live boldly, love fearlessly and Continue reading
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Leaving a Mark Beyond Time
Many believe that life is a cycle that begins and ends at zero—that we arrive with nothing and depart the same way. This notion, often accepted without question, is deeply flawed. While it may hold a degree of truth for the majority, it is far from universal. Some individuals live lives filled with remarkable achievements, Continue reading
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