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  • Frequently to Always

    How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? “No” with radical candor I learned to say “no” after several times I have experienced people taking advantage of others’ kindness,  graciousness, and amiability. Saying “no”… Continue reading

  • Reflecting on Leadership Ideals and Reality

    Perspective on Leadership Styles and Ideals A few years ago, and even until recently, I was really struggling to accept the leadership situation in an area I’m involved in. I was frustrated with the micromanaging, always craving more transparency, and… Continue reading

    Reflecting on Leadership Ideals and Reality
  • I’m a fish

    What tattoo do you want and where would you put it? Coping Mechanism I had this tattoo when I was suffering from depression caused by a heavy grievance. I got this as a reminder that I don’t identify myself for… Continue reading

    I’m a fish
  • Ascension of the Flames- canto 5

    The Coldness of a Man’s Heart Gazing afar, the phoenix does sigh,Recalling the cuckoo’s mournful cry.Once deceived by the coldest prey,The cuckoo weeps for man’s cold display. A man once sought a warm embrace,From a woman he yearned to trace.But… Continue reading

    Ascension of the Flames- canto 5
  • Strong

    What was the best compliment you’ve received? Balance of colors I was reminded of a relevant experience while I was reading “Surrounded by idiots”, a book written Thomas Erikson. It describes characters or human behaviors in color categories. I’ve learned… Continue reading

    Strong
  • Thinker

    What is one word that describes you? Abstract Thinker Once I was called a thinker,A bright thought from my teacher,Then I asked myself a query,“Do I just spend time being dreary?” No, I don’t waste time sitting still,I sit with… Continue reading

    Thinker
  • Train by Night

    You’re going on a cross-country trip. Airplane, train, bus, car, or bike? Help unexpected The sound of the railsNarrates old tales,Exciting, igniting, adventurous,All the things joyous, so wondrous.But those are not the reasons,I choose to travel by train. One evening,… Continue reading

  • Humble Cuckoo

    Which animal would you compare yourself to and why? Zoomorphism In my previous narrative poem, I have been detailing my laments just like that of a cuckoo. “A Cuckoo Found Home” is a narrative of how a homeless bird was… Continue reading

  • Dear My Old Self

    Write a letter to your 100-year-old self. Monologue Have you found your purpose? Did you live by the mission of your life? Have you laughed enough?Have you made enough friends?Did all your hard work pay off?Did money make you happy?Did… Continue reading

  • Honoring Patriachs

    What is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance? Men and their generations My middle name is that of my mother’s father, my grandfather, while my family name comes from my father’s great-grandfather. In our tribe, middle names… Continue reading