The hidden dangers of quantitative measurements Quantitative measurements are ubiquitous in our modern world. From social media engagement metrics to student test scores, big numerical data drives much of our decision-making. However, while quantitative measurements can be valuable tools, relying too heavily on them can lead to hidden dangers and unintended consequences. One of the […]
We grow when we overcome our fears It’s fascinating how we can view life as a series of events where we overcome our fears bit by bit. A child learning to walk may fall down and scratch his knees. His test is to rise and overcome the fear of pain. We may make ourselves vulnerable […]
Even when it feels unpleasant, we are called to go above the bare minimum I’ve been reflecting about what separates greed and flourishing. Although these pertain to a pursuit of “more”, they can be contextualized differently. Greed is when we lust to accumulate things and experiences that make us feel good without consideration of how […]
All in In order to experience flow and improve ourselves, we must be fully present and engaged in what we are doing. This means that we cannot go on autopilot or afford to do things superficially. If we want to flourish, we must learn to focus our attention on the task at hand, and we […]
Our spirits flourish when we share a piece of ourselves with each other Even outside the confines of religion and belief in the supernatural, we can define spirituality a person’s connection to something greater than ourselves, which can include a sense of purpose, meaning, or transcendence. A “whole person” is greater than the sum of […]
Self-righteousness versus self-correction When we want to be right all the time, we feed our ego. When we are willing to correct ourselves all the time, we nourish our authentic selves. Thus, when we seek signs to make ourselves feel good, no signs will be given to us. But when we seek signs while being […]
It’s less about the words we write and more about the insights we arrive at To me, writing, praying and meditating are opportunities to be self-aware. Where are our thoughts tending to go? What are we feeling? What is our context? More importantly, these are opportunities to be aware of a Higher Power. For the […]
Consistency is underrated It’s easier to notice peaks. We also cannot help but spread the word when we witness peaks (or even lows). But the challenge is consistency – to remain centered and focused on our controllables no matter the context. To treat good works not as an opportunity for rewards but as a craft […]
We prove ourselves not to others, but to our ever-evolving mission I’ve been afforded a fortunate vantage point – being a teacher-slash-administrator of an academic program I was a graduate of. I see some pieces of me in every student I mentor, and this makes the space I am at all the more crucial. I […]
Self-care is a duty and responsibility Self-care is not selfish because taking care of our own well-being allows us to be better equipped to care for and support others. When we are responsible for our physical, emotional, and mental health, we are better able to manage stress, maintain healthy relationships, and contribute to our communities. […]