“Individuality is very important for a full human life.” – Dalai Lama “You complete me.” Who doesn’t love this seminal line from Tom Cruise’s character in the movie Jerry McGuire? It melts the heart of any romantic and makes them long for a love like that. A union with their ‘missing piece’ – someone who…
5 Things You Should Not Compromise On
“Don’t compromise yourself. You are all you’ve got” – Janis Joplin The success of any relationship is incumbent on the involved parties’ ability to compromise. When two or more entities that are as unique as snowflakes join forces, there is a blend of disparate energies. While there will be some overlap in perspectives, there will…
Why the Grass is Not Always Greener on the Other Side
“You may think the grass is greener on the other side but if you take the time to water your own grass it would be just as green.” – Unknown On April 29, 2011, an estimated 200 million spectators tuned in to watch the Royal Wedding. After so much hype and publicity, the day had…
How to Avoid Getting Involved in Unnecessary Drama
“Difficulty in inevitable. Drama is a choice.” – Anita Renfroe As humans, we’ve always had a natural penchant for drama. The ancient Greeks, for instance, had a flourishing theatrical culture. They built massive amphitheaters where spectators could enjoy performances ranging from tragedy to comedy. The Greeks were passionate about using drama as a medium to…
The Importance of Honesty and Integrity
“Wisdom is knowing the right path to take…integrity is taking it.” It was a sunny, spring morning in Kyoto. The Cherry Blossoms were in full bloom, spreading their sweet fragrance across the green landscapes of the Japanese archipelago. The Nijō Imperial Palace looked postcard-perfect in this idyllic setting. I took a minute or two…
How to Be Giving Without Sacrificing Your Needs
“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” – Brené Brown Sharing is caring. Most of us heard this term repeatedly when we were kids. Your parents may have asked you to share your toys with a sibling or split your sandwich with a school…
What Judging Others Reveals About You
“Before pointing fingers, make sure your hands are clean.” – Jimi Hendrix Everyone loves to indulge in people-watching once in a while. I love to sit by the window facing a busy street in a Starbucks, sipping a warm chai latte as I watch the hustle bustle pass me by. A running commentary plays in…
The Art of Balancing Your Wants and Needs
“You can’t always get what you want, but if you try, sometimes, you might find you get what you need.” – Rolling Stones It’s hard not to get overwhelmed in the modern marketplace when there are so many options available. Whether you’re walking down a supermarket aisle, or shopping in a mall, or haggling with…
How to Avoid Being Controlled by a Desire to Feel Important
“Truly great people do not feel important, they make others feel important.” – Mini Dama A visit to a museum like the Louvre in Paris is the closest thing you can get to a time machine. Wandering from one gallery to the next gives you instant access to the majesty of human history. Every painting,…
5 Ways Introverted and Sensitive People Can Change the World
“Don’t underestimate me because I’m quiet. I know more than I say, think more than I speak and observe more than you know.” – Michaela Chung “Why are you such a loner?”“You’re too sensitive/emotional. You need to have thicker skin!”“Why are you so complex? Keep things simple!”“You won’t amount to much if you can’t speak…
