The One Lesson I Learned from My First (Real) Job

After college, my parents were in debt for many reasons I didn’t know. But I wanted to help. I wanted to pay back. I wanted to rescue them, and they would be proud of me. So I applied to different companies, brandishing my skills and diploma. “Hey, look, this is what I’ve got.” But it … Continue Reading →

 

Our Love for Excuses (And Suggestions to Stop Making Excuses)

We all have excuses why we can’t quit the job we hate. Why we’re not doing the things we love. And why we haven’t started our dream businesses or projects yet. “I hate this job but I can’t quit because I need money for my family. I can’t find a job that suits my skills. … Continue Reading →

 

I Am Afraid

I may look strong, but deep within, I’m afraid like everyone else. Sometimes I lie awake thinking about the future. With all these things I’m writing, with all these things I’m arguing and questioning, I wonder if it would cause good or bad to people (I’m hoping it’s good). I may not be in the … Continue Reading →

 

Learn From People You Admire

Albert Einstein was known as one of the most brilliant thinkers of all time — and we love him for that. But what about the person who influenced him? His teacher Konstantinos Karatheodoris. Legendary musician Jimi Hendrix learned from Johnny Jones. Phenomenal writer Lewis Carroll learned from George MacDonald. And the great Pablo Picasso had Edvard … Continue Reading →

 

Your Life is Yours, Not Theirs

They will try their best to stop you from achieving your dreams. They will keep saying you can’t do it. They will do everything to prove that you’re wrong and they’re right. But that’s okay. Because if you can see the bigger picture… It’s not their life — it’s yours. It’s not them who know … Continue Reading →