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Cultivating Gratitude & Detachment: My Takeaways from "Think Like A Monk"

Damien Blaauw

Jun 144 min read

Cultivating Gratitude & Detachment: My Takeaways from "Think Like A Monk"

In my quest for personal growth and understanding, I read Jay Shetty's "Think Like a Monk," a book that has profoundly reshaped my...

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"The Art of War": Timeless Wisdom for Modern Living

Damien Blaauw

Jun 124 min read

"The Art of War": Timeless Wisdom for Modern Living

"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu was a transformative reading experience for me, though written over 2,500 years ago, this ancient Chinese...

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Curating My Circle: A Journey of 48 Laws...

Damien Blaauw

Jun 109 min read

Curating My Circle: A Journey of 48 Laws...

Upon stumbling on Robert Greene's "The 48 Laws of Power," I was both intrigued and skeptical. The book promised wisdom on navigating...

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Navigating the Divide: My Internal Struggle with Relationships

Damien Blaauw

Jun 74 min read

Navigating the Divide: My Internal Struggle with Relationships

Love had always seemed like a beautiful, chaotic mess that could bring unimaginable joy or profound heartache. I stand at the crossroads...

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Timeless Lessons From a Pop Culture Book

Damien Blaauw

Jun 64 min read

Timeless Lessons From a Pop Culture Book

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern relationships, John Gray's "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" has been an invaluable...

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Damien Blaauw

May 315 min read

Love: Striking the Balance

Over the years, my journey through relationships has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. Each relationship, each experience, has...

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Damien Blaauw

May 303 min read

2024 Our 1994?

The recent South African National Elections have left me with a mix of emotions and thoughts that I feel compelled to share. Observing...

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Damien Blaauw

May 235 min read

Lessons I Learnt from Divorce

Divorce is one of those life events that you never truly understand until you've gone through it yourself. It's a maelstrom of emotions,...

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Damien Blaauw

May 175 min read

Navigating the Storm

Life has a way of throwing curveballs, and over the past few years, I've been hit by more than my fair share. As a colored male in South...

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The Perils of Parental Blindness to Children's Bad Habits

Damien Blaauw

May 163 min read

The Perils of Parental Blindness to Children's Bad Habits

Parenting is one of the most challenging journeys life has to offer. Every day, I strive to balance nurturing my children's growth while...

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Damien Blaauw

May 153 min read

The Silent War...

Relationships are supposed to be our safe havens, the places where we can be our most authentic selves. Yet, I’ve learned that this ideal...

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Damien Blaauw

May 153 min read

The Great "I Love Mom" Deception

Every year, my social media feeds are flooded with elaborate and emotive Mother’s Day status updates. Photos of smiling mothers,...

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Navigating the Corporate Jungle: 10 Lessons from Climbing, Falling, and Rising Again

Damien Blaauw

Apr 263 min read

Navigating the Corporate Jungle: 10 Lessons from Climbing, Falling, and Rising Again

I had cause to reflect on my journey through the corporate world, and I can't help but feel a whirlwind of emotions. I experienced the...

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Embracing Solitude: A Journey to Self-Love and Inner Peace

Damien Blaauw

Apr 193 min read

Embracing Solitude: A Journey to Self-Love and Inner Peace

As I sit here, surrounded by the gentle hum of ambient music and the haunting melodies of the wind whirring outside, I am struck by the...

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Navigating the Maze of Segmented Communication in Blended Families: A Personal Reflection

Damien Blaauw

Apr 193 min read

Navigating the Maze of Segmented Communication in Blended Families: A Personal Reflection

Reflecting on the intricacies of communication within blended families, I am struck by the complexity of it all. It's like navigating...

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Embracing Civic Duty: Navigating Responsibilities in a Democracy

Damien Blaauw

Apr 183 min read

Embracing Civic Duty: Navigating Responsibilities in a Democracy

As I sit down to ponder the essence of democracy, I can't help but feel a profound sense of gratitude for the privileges it offers, but...

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Navigating Parenthood in the Cycle of Strength & Hardship

Damien Blaauw

Apr 83 min read

Navigating Parenthood in the Cycle of Strength & Hardship

As a parent navigating the tumultuous waters of modern society, I often find myself pondering the age-old adage: "Hard times create...

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Navigating the Turbulent Waters: South Africa's Political Landscape Amidst a Faltering ANC

Damien Blaauw

Apr 53 min read

Navigating the Turbulent Waters: South Africa's Political Landscape Amidst a Faltering ANC

As I sit down to reflect on the current state of affairs in my beloved South Africa, I am filled with a mixture of emotions – hope,...

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Exploring the Paradox of Monogamy: Unraveling the Tapestry of Human Chemistry

Damien Blaauw

Mar 205 min read

Exploring the Paradox of Monogamy: Unraveling the Tapestry of Human Chemistry

As I sit down to ponder the intricacies of human relationships, I find myself drawn to the paradox of monogamy. It's a concept deeply...

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Damien Blaauw

Feb 262 min read

Relationships in Our Current Society

As human beings, we are inherently drawn to relationships. Whether they're friendships, romantic partnerships, or familial bonds,...

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