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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Damien Blaauw
Feb 54 min read
Navigating Modern Masculinity: "A Man's Journey in A Complex Society"
As I sit down to reflect on my experiences as a man in today's society, I can't help but feel the weight of expectations pressing down on...
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Damien Blaauw
Feb 23 min read
The Value of Men Today...
As men, we often find ourselves navigating through the complexities of life with a sense of self-reliance and independence. We're taught...
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Damien Blaauw
Jan 313 min read
I Have Come To Learn...
As I sit down to reflect on my journey of over 40 years as a man, I realize that life has been an intricate tapestry of experiences,...
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Damien Blaauw
Jan 22 min read
Clean Slate?
As the calendar turns and we bid farewell to another year, there's an undeniable buzz in the air—a sense of closure mixed with...
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Damien Blaauw
Dec 27, 20233 min read
Deal Breakers Break Deals
As I navigate through life, I find myself constantly confronted with situations, ideologies, and propositions that challenge the core of...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 20, 20234 min read
I Miss Who I Was...
Heartbreak is a universal experience, something that almost everyone goes through at least once in their life. It's an emotional...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 13, 20233 min read
If I Could Tell You Something...
If I could travel back in time and have a heart-to-heart conversation with my younger self, there are some pieces of advice I would share...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 5, 20233 min read
Solitude does not mean Lonely...
In today's fast-paced and hyperconnected world, solitude might seem like a rare and almost forgotten luxury. Men, in particular, often...
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Damien Blaauw
Oct 2, 20233 min read
Men, Oh How Far We have Fallen...
In the grand tapestry of human history, there exists a cycle that seems to repeat itself with uncanny regularity: "Hard times create...
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Damien Blaauw
Sep 29, 20233 min read
Energy Never Lies
Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt a sense of unease, or met someone whose presence seemed to drain your energy? If...
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