I woke up this morning feeling too lazy to even get out of bed. It felt like my bed and I became soulmates overnight, and I was prepared to stay tucked in forever. I began to look for every excuse to justify my right to stay in bed as I began to cook up perfectly valid reasons with my half-asleep…
I once wrote a piece titled “It Hurts Like Hell,” stating, “Every single person who comes into our life has a role to play. That could be to teach us life lessons as we also fulfil our role to teach them life lessons in return.” These encounters can vary from brief, purposeful moments to long-lasting relationships. The nature of our…
As an ancient book says, “Don’t brag about tomorrow, since you don’t know what the day will bring.” Today is here. Tomorrow is only a reminder of possibilities yet to unfold. Today is real. Tomorrow is hope for brighter moments to come if it does. Today is an opportunity that can be seized to renew your purpose. Tomorrow is an…
Warning: This is a reflection on human hidden struggles and the article may evoke strong emotions. Please feel free to seek appropriate support as listed in the article. Over the festive season, I took some time to enjoy a couple of classic movies that I hadn’t revisited in years. I found myself watching The Bodyguard and Mrs. Doubtfire—two films with incredible…
I had a Christmas dinner with my colleagues, which was quite an experience. Despite the restaurant’s busyness, there was an abundance of patience in the room. Although our food came late, the atmosphere was positive. Food came in at different times, and enjoyable conversations filled the gaps between early meals and late meals. The relaxed atmosphere across our tables was…
At a recent Children Services Leadership Forum, one of our heads of service shared a couple of poignant stories that really resonated with my message to all parents. She recounted two powerful encounters that beautifully demonstrated the importance of engagement. In one instance, she interacted with an 18-month-old child who, upon feeling her genuine interest, responded with bursts of excitement…
A Poem about conflict and communication: I am unapologetic in saying this truth about communication and conflict. Communication rules the world; the better you are at it, The bigger the doors of opportunity will be swung wide open for you. You need not be an orator to be a good communicator, Neither do you need to be an impressive motivational…
(A Poem from me to you. A message from your child’s world). Listen to me, Mum; listen to me, Dad. I know you are older and wiser, but you do not feel my pain. You may have walked the path I am discovering, but time has changed Please lend me your ears to gain a better understanding of my world.…
As I patiently waited in a hospital waiting room, I watched a TV programme that featured a female artist painting a piece of a landscape with bright colours and, most importantly, with a sense of joy and calmness. The look on her face spelt out happiness with a capital H. She felt fulfilled, with a smile of contentment. Happiness stands…