I think the idea of going back to normal will cause a divide. On one hand you have the ones that are craving the way things were. They spend their days longing for what used to be. On the other hand you have the ones that have adjusted and adapted to this new way of … Continue reading Back to normal
Tag: life
Making time for fun
There is always so much emphasis on the work, on dedicating your time, effort and energy. There are quotes like the grind don't stop or I'll sleep when I'm dead. And that's fine. There's nothing wrong with working hard, being dedicated and focusing on making money or building something (as in a non-physical thing like … Continue reading Making time for fun
More than you can manage
Sometimes in a bid to grow, develop and push ourselves we end up taking on more than we can manage. You think the challenge is what you need, you think you need to be pushed and you want to prove yo yourself that you can manage. But often you just end up stressed and overwhelmed, … Continue reading More than you can manage
Fear and change
When it comes to change, big change in particular you might not ever feel ready. However, that doesn't mean you should simply stick with what you know. The reason you don't feel ready is because change means unfamiliar territory, something we often shy away from. We scare ourselves with 101 'what ifs' instead of believing … Continue reading Fear and change
Valuable conversations
Some of the most valuable conversations to have are the ones that are most difficult but that shouldn't be a reason not to have them. Even though it might be difficult, challenging or uncomfortable it allows room for learning, growth and understanding that may have not taken place otherwise. Of course, there is a chance … Continue reading Valuable conversations
Hot topics
Timing really is everything. If you want to be current (or even ahead of the curve) you have to be intentional about when you bring up particular topics. The right time is probably considered to be when enough people are interested in order for your work to gain some traction. Anytime before that and it's … Continue reading Hot topics
Getting drawn in
Some people enjoy arguing. They love it, it fuels them and they will seek it out. They're rarely interested in understanding other people or sharing what they know instead they want to dominate and they want to be right. You may find yourself often getting drawn in but by then it's too late, you've gotten … Continue reading Getting drawn in
Short-term pros
When making a decision you might find yourself making a pros and cons list. The choice you make in the end is likely to be based on whether the cons make the benefits worth it. But sometimes we focus too much on the short-term. Making a particular decision might be great right now, great in … Continue reading Short-term pros
On finally becoming a writer
I've always held writing to a high esteem, to such a high esteem that I always considered it to be out of my reach. It's undeniable that in the 9+ years I've been sharing my writing online, I've improved quite a lot. Yet, I always told myself that I could never be a proper writer. … Continue reading On finally becoming a writer
Finding a solution to the problem
When it comes to solving problems, there is a big difference between finding a solution and finding a solution to the problem. When we're simply just finding a solution we tend to come up with things that are short-term, quick to do and don't really address the issue. Lets take the example of being upset … Continue reading Finding a solution to the problem
The Daily Gemm 