Scribbles Category
Impressions. Not necessarily first ones.
Posted on October 18, 2020 Leave a Comment
First impressions are quick, powerful, and lasting. What about those impressions that are not the first? Are we obligated to constantly impress people we know? After a while, personalities clashes, jokes goes flat, relationships fizzle. Is there a way to bounce back or should we impress people each time we see them? Not everyone gets […]
Is it an ultimatum or psychological manipulation?
Posted on October 11, 2020 1 Comment
“Do this or I’m gone!”, “Do this or you will regret it!”, “It’s either my way or highway”… Sounds familiar? Hearing such statements is not pretty. Saying it to someone is worse. There is a difference between an ultimatum and a choice, and the options in an ultimatum are not usually pleasant. It is common for […]
Power of “Not Yet”
Posted on October 4, 2020 Leave a Comment
Yet… Powerful 3 letter word that to me means hope. It’s a phenomenon of some sort that changes your attitude, your approach to things & gives you hope for learning and potential success on the end. Attach it on the end of negative thoughts that would otherwise end without ambition. You will immediately see the […]
Jumpstart on your accomplishments
Posted on September 28, 2020 Leave a Comment
We’ve all been thru heartaches, depressions, unfulfilled aspirations & endlessly chasing dreams. The list can go on & on. Often I hear statements such as “That’s not what I wanted to do for a living”, “I regret not doing such & such”, “I wish I fulfilled my dream of (fill in the blank)”. My grandmother […]
Can we have friends outside of social media?
Posted on September 5, 2020 Leave a Comment
Friendship is a sacred bond. Second only to romantic love. You might be stuck with your family & prioritize your spouse, but you enter friendships voluntarily. In today’s social media heavy society, people might get confused about the “friend” status. The virtual illusion makes us believe that every acquaintance or acquaintance of acquaintance who invites […]
Accomplish more by doing less
Posted on August 23, 2020 Leave a Comment
You know that I’m a big proponent of working hard, which sometimes translates to work more, never stop learning & continue to accomplish more in life. However life is not all about racking up lists of accomplishments & goals. If this is your one & only way of validating self worth- you might get discouraged […]
I’m at the crossroads…now what?
Posted on August 16, 2020 1 Comment
Very often in our lives we find ourselves standing at the major crossroad, not knowing which way to chose. Crossroads can be scary & difficult yet enticing because they introduce an opportunity & excitement. Even if danger may be nonexistent, the choice feels dreadful to make and hangs over our heads before, during and even […]
Are you experiencing setbacks in life? Time for new beginnings!
Posted on August 2, 2020 Leave a Comment
I never thought that I would be a victim of starting new life after 40. That phrase always sounded like a cliché to me. (The truth about clichés is, they’re usually right). Two years ago, I heard the exact saying from someone close- “Hey, life begins at 40 right?!” The irony is, this was said […]
The Power of Gratitude
Posted on July 26, 2020 Leave a Comment
Grat·i·tude /ˈɡradəˌt(y)o͞od/ Noun: the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. Gratitude is an appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives. Gratitude is a way for people to appreciate what they have instead of always reaching for something […]
Electronic device- friend or foe?
Posted on July 19, 2020 Leave a Comment
It appears that we live in an era of digital distraction. Technology is used in every aspect of our lives. Everywhere you look people are on their phones. It’s even replacing books. Electronic addiction can grow from healthy, to compulsive to addictive. Just as there are healthy and unhealthy ways to eat, there should be […]
