Category Archives: wellbeing

The Pocket Portal

These days, I pick up my phone and just look at it — almost as though I expect something to happen, like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat. The device has become the portal, the gateway. We look to it for salvation, for forgiveness, for love, for solutions — for everything we think we

Oscar- my neighbor’s cat

Cats have always held a special place in my heart. Their grace, independence, and sheer audacity make them endlessly fascinating. But despite my affection, I don’t keep pets—not because I lack the desire, but because I have a deep respect for the natural order of things. When I had a garden spacious enough for aContinueContinue reading “Oscar- my neighbor’s cat”

Connecting with Nature, Art, and Love

Daily writing promptWhat is your mission?View all responses Growing up in the bustling city, I always yearned for something more – a deeper connection with the natural world and the creative expressions that stirred my soul. As I’ve navigated through life, moving from place to place, I’ve realized that my lifelong mission has been toContinueContinue reading “Connecting with Nature, Art, and Love”

Rich Man, Poor Man, Beggar Man,or Thief 

Poverty doesn’t necessarily have a face you’ll recognize Half the world lives on less than $2.50 a day 900 million people cannot read or write. Over 2 billion don’t have clean water or basic sanitation, and one-quarter of humanity lives without electricity. Every 3.5 seconds, a child dies from poverty. The ravages of the Covid Pandemic followed by theContinueContinue reading “Rich Man, Poor Man, Beggar Man,or Thief “

Cybersecurity and Privacy: Safeguarding Your Business in a Digital World

In today’s digital world, businesses must prioritize cybersecurity and data privacy to protect their assets, maintain customer trust, and comply with regulations. The evolving cyber threat landscape requires a proactive approach that combines robust security measures, employee awareness, and compliance with privacy regulations.

Plunging or Paddling: Understanding the Risks and Rewards of Falling in Love

We have grown accustomed to the idea of “falling” in love, a phrase that implies both enchantment and trepidation. But as we navigate the mysterious waters of romance, perhaps it’s time to reconsider the metaphor we’ve grown accustomed to—falling in love. After all, when was the last time you intentionally fell into anything without getting a bruise or two? So why should we be so reckless with our hearts? When it comes to matters of the heart, we often find ourselves at a crossroads: should we take the daring plunge into love or opt for a more cautious approach, paddling our way toward it? The choice is not always an easy one, as it involves navigating the intricate balance between vulnerability and self-preservation. 

The Plastic Revolution: A History of Convenience and Consequences

Realistically speaking, if humanity is to persist very far into the twenty-first century, we will need the help of sophisticated genetic engineering to deal with the huge piles of plastic trash we keep producing and to avoid regressing to primitive hunter-gatherer societies.

Earth Day: Celebrating the Planet or Capitalizing on a Trend?

Earth Day has become a Hallmark card event, a feel-good day that symbolizes our commitment to the environment but ultimately does little to address the ongoing environmental issues we face. While it’s important to celebrate the planet and raise awareness about environmental issues, we need to move beyond Earth Day to make a real difference.