Life-lessons, philosophy, personal-growth, awareness
This past week, I began to notice how many subtle ways the mind tries to pull me away from present moment—through pride, pressure, old roles, or the need for approval. Each day brought me a moment to pause, reflect,…
I remember years ago when I worked in a hotel in Scotland. Whenever someone didn’t show up for their shift, I was the one who stepped in. I rearranged my life, cancelled plans, and convinced myself it was kindness.…
Some years ago, I was very unaware of how thirsty I was for approval. I needed people to validate me, and that made me a perfect target for manipulation. When I received praise, attention, or was told how great…
Today I listened to a talk by Carl Jung that shifted my perspective. He said, “Procrastination is not laziness, but a coping mechanism. We procrastinate when we are afraid—afraid of being seen, of being rejected, of being criticized.” That…
I recently came across an old note from August 31st, 2019. I had given 30 surf lessons in 31 days, with just 3 days off—and I was so proud of it. Looking back, I’m amazed at how much has…