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Damien Blaauw
Dec 93 min read
The Test Before The Lesson...
They say hindsight is 20/20, and as I look back on my life, I’ve come to realize the truth of this statement. The lessons that felt...
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Damien Blaauw
Nov 194 min read
Why Men are Opting Out of Relationships?
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the state of relationships in today’s dating pool, and my outlook is growing increasingly grim. More and...
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Damien Blaauw
Nov 135 min read
One-sided, No Thanks! I'd Rather be Alone.
The Great Divide: Why Men are Opting Out of Relationships I’ve experienced my share of ups and downs in my marriages and relationships....
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 284 min read
Lone Wolf Chronicles
For much of my younger years, I found myself entangled in a binary classification that never quite fit who I was—was I an alpha male or a...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 217 min read
My Son, If I could teach you some things...
A Conversation with My Son Being a father is something uniquely complex. It's a role that evolves, and as your children grow into their...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 146 min read
My Daughter, If I could teach you some things...
A Letter to My Brave Daughter: Embracing Life’s Challenges with Strength and Values My dear girl, There are moments in life that test us...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 86 min read
My First-born, If I Could Teach You Some Things...
A Letter to My Daughter: Embracing Adulthood and Finding Yourself My dear daughter, I became a father thanks to you, Watching you step...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 54 min read
If I Could Teach You Some Things...
A Letter from My Younger Self: Finding Strength and Wisdom in Adulthood Hey there, It's me—well, a younger version of you. I’m writing...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 15 min read
The Uneven Scales of Love
I've often wondered if there’s a universal law that governs how much love should be shared in a relationship—an ideal balance where both...
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Damien Blaauw
Sep 164 min read
Childhood Scars to Moral Compass: My Journey Through Injustice
Growing up, I was no stranger to inequity. It was an uninvited guest in my household, quietly weaving itself into the fabric of my...
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Damien Blaauw
Sep 154 min read
Love vs. Limerence: A Personal Journey
Love and limerence—two words often used interchangeably but worlds apart in meaning and experience. My life, shaped by a tapestry of...
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Damien Blaauw
Sep 93 min read
Mastering Small Changes
Transform Your Life with Atomic Habits: Practical Examples for Lasting Change "Atomic Habits" by James Clear offers a treasure trove of...
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Damien Blaauw
Sep 54 min read
Once a Beacon, Now a Warning: A Lament for South Africa
Reflections on South Africa: From Glory to Despair Growing up in South Africa, I often heard stories of a time when our country was a...
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Damien Blaauw
Aug 193 min read
The Silent Struggle: Navigating Authenticity in a Conformist World
The Hypocrisy of "Being Yourself" in a Conformist Society Growing up, we are often told to "be ourselves" and to embrace our uniqueness....
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Damien Blaauw
Jul 293 min read
The Unseen Struggles
Understanding Why Men Are Misjudged as Cold and Emotionless Life is a journey filled with countless experiences that shape who we are....
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Damien Blaauw
Jul 224 min read
Boundaries and Self-Worth: Why Men Must Demand Respect or Walk Away
Why Do We Tolerate Disrespect for Love? As I sit here reflecting on my relationships, I can't help but feel the weight of the ongoing...
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Damien Blaauw
Jul 174 min read
Peace, The Most Valuable Commodity for A Man
The Importance of Peace in Relationships: A Psychiatrist's Perspective Imminent psychiatrists have dedicated many studies and practice...
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Damien Blaauw
Jul 163 min read
Adapt, Think, Communicate: The Quirky Guide to Thriving at Work
The 7 Critical Soft Skills in Demand in Today's Workplace: A Personal Perspective In today's dynamic and fast-paced workplace, possessing...
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Damien Blaauw
Jul 153 min read
"Time's Irrevocable March: Live with Intention"
The Elusive Nature of Time: Our Most Valuable Commodity Time is an ever-elusive commodity. As a child, I always wanted time to move...
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Damien Blaauw
Jul 123 min read
"Unlocking Wealth: Lessons from 'The Science of Getting Rich'"
I was gifted Wallace D. Wattles' classic book, "The Science of Getting Rich," and I must say, it has profoundly impacted my perspective...
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