The tradition of summing up one’s year, often seen in the form of reflections, resolutions, and retrospectives, is a curious cultural practice that merits deeper consideration, especially given the inherently continuous and evolving nature of our lives. This annual ritual, performed by many as the year draws to a close,…
Brunei Darussalam
Managing Up?
In the dynamic world of business, mastering the art of ‘managing up’ is not just beneficial; it’s essential. This skill transcends the traditional employee-boss dynamic, paving the way for enhanced synergy and mutual growth. Let’s delve into what managing up entails and why it’s a linchpin in the realm of…
Language & Musings
The power of loving what we do
In a world where success is often measured by material wealth and professional achievements, it’s easy to become ensnared in the relentless pursuit of more. More money, more recognition, more power. But there’s a fundamental flaw in this pursuit: it assumes that success is a precursor to happiness, that joy…
Language & Musings
Journalism’s New Frontier – The Digital Dance with the Fifth Estate
In the labyrinth of the digital age, journalism finds itself at a crucial crossroads, grappling with the emerging power of the fifth estate – a force as disruptive as it is transformative. This new landscape, where traditional newsrooms collide with the boundless realms of the internet, beckons a pivotal reckoning…
Personal & Family
Cleaning a Cat’s Litter Box: Truly a Lesson in Humility
In the rich mosaic of life’s humbling experiences, few chores resonate as deeply with the essence of humility as the seemingly mundane act of cleaning a cat’s litter box. This daily task, often dismissed as a mere household chore, is in reality a profound lesson in humility, patience, and the…
Faith & Reflection
The Universal Language of Chanting in Sprituality
Chanting, a rhythmic vocalization of words or sounds, is a universal element found in various religious and cultural traditions around the world. From the Zikr in Islam to the Gregorian chants in Christianity, from the mantras in Hinduism and Buddhism to the rich oral traditions of African, Hawaiian, Native American,…