Inspiration

"We do not learn from experience... we learn from reflecting on experience." - John Dewey

A question has been echoing through my work lately: What if the valley isn’t the problem but the portal?

We often treat life's “valleys” - the dips, slowdowns, and stuck points - as places to escape. But in my experience, both in billion-dollar boardrooms and quiet moments of personal reinvention, the valley is where the real transformation begins.

Yes, life is an emotional roller coaster. The peaks are exhila…

It arrives unannounced,
not always grand,
sometimes in the hush between heartbeats,
in the shadow of a leaf curling into dusk.

Beauty is not a thing,
but a recognition —
a moment when the world
remembers how to breathe.

It’s the glint of light
catching the edge of an old window,
the way a stranger laughs
as if joy had just been invented.

Beauty isn’t loud.
It doesn’t beg for attention.
It invites us inward —
to witness,
to soften,
to remember that we belong
to something more
than our to-do lists and timelines.

It l…

“Patience and understanding will never go out of style – they are the bridges that hold us together.”

We’ve all had moments when communication feels like a puzzle. Words are exchanged, but the intended meaning gets lost somewhere between saying and hearing. In these moments of miscommunication, we could really use a metaphorical decoder ring - a mindset and approach that allows us to slow down, listen deeply, and connect with greater compassion.

Understanding each other isn’t always intuitive. Our…

“Even in the harshest landscapes, growth finds a way to thrive.”

Saguaro National Park illustrates how resilience and adaptability can flourish even in the most unforgiving environments. With their slow yet steady growth, the iconic saguaro cacti teach us the importance of persistence, patience, and thriving against all odds. Just as the desert offers beauty in its starkness, our greatest challenges often reveal opportunities for growth and transformation. We can also have immense strength and gr…

We are taught to be of value
To weigh worth in output, in proof, in praise.
To measure ourselves in tasks completed,
In goals achieved, in ladders climbed.

But what if we are not here
To earn our place, to justify our space?
What if we are not coins to be spent,
Nor tools to be sharpened and used?

What if instead, we are of love?
Not something to be measured, but something to be felt.
Not something to prove, but something to give.

To be of love is to stand still
In a world that demands motion.
To be of love …

"Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night!"

For half a century, Saturday Night Live (SNL) has done more than entertain us; it has shaped our culture, launched careers, and redefined the boundaries of comedy. From its very first episode in 1975, the show has evolved, adapted, and endured, proving that staying power isn’t about perfection - it’s about persistence, reinvention, and knowing when to take a risk.

As I have immersed myself in the 50th-anniversary specials, I have been struck by the many l…

Drifting in a sea of questions,
uncertain of where the shoreline lies,
I walk roads that once felt familiar,
but now dissolve beneath my feet.

The compass I once trusted
ambition, success, the path well-worn
now spins in endless circles,
pointing nowhere, whispering pause.

What can you do when you feel lost?
Not fight the fog, nor force the way,
but soften into stillness,
listen for the quiet glow within.

When the world blurs into shadow,
seek what sparks - what stirs - what sings.
Follow the embers of joy yo…

"Run your own race, tend your own garden."

In a world dominated by social media, performance metrics, and constant comparison, many of us find ourselves in an invisible race – chasing goals that aren’t truly ours and driven by external validation. Why do we let other people’s definitions of success dictate our lives? It’s time to opt out of the noise, stop the comparisons, and align with what truly matters to us.

Social media and cultural expectations often make it feel like everyone else is winni…

"A masterpiece is not built in a day, but through dedication, craftsmanship, and intention."

The Akshardham Temple is a testament to human artistry, devotion, and the power of vision realized over time. More than just a stunning architectural wonder, it embodies a lesson in patience, mastery, and purpose-driven creation. Every intricate detail, from the carved domes to the vast courtyards, was designed with intention - reminding us that the most meaningful work in life is not rushed but crafted w…

How will we speak of these years,
When the air carried fear,
And silence filled the streets,
Where laughter once echoed?

Will we whisper of masks like ancient relics,
Fragile shields against an invisible tide,
Or of hands scrubbed raw,
Seeking solace in soap and water?

Perhaps we’ll recall the way time warped—
Days stretched long, yet months vanished,
And we learned to measure life
In the flicker of screens and the weight of absence.

Will we speak of the quiet heroes,
Not only those in scrubs and uniforms,
Bu…