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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...

Damien Blaauw
Sep 16, 20244 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...

Damien Blaauw
Sep 15, 20244 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...

Damien Blaauw
Sep 9, 20243 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...

Damien Blaauw
Sep 5, 20244 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....

Damien Blaauw
Aug 19, 20243 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....

Damien Blaauw
Jul 29, 20243 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...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 22, 20244 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...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 17, 20244 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...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 16, 20243 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...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 15, 20243 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...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 12, 20243 min read


"Why Traditional Education Fails Your Wallet: Insights from 'Rich Dad Poor Dad'"
Lessons from "Rich Dad Poor Dad": A Personal Journey with Practical Applications When I first picked up Robert Kiyosaki’s "Rich Dad Poor...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 12, 20244 min read


"Risk It to Live It: Life Lessons from a Maverick Entrepreneur"
Embracing the Spirit of "Screw It, Let's Do It": Lessons from Richard Branson When I first picked up Richard Branson's "Screw It, Let's...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 11, 20243 min read


"Mind Over Matter: My Journey with James Allen’s Thought-Powered Life Hacks"
I recently delved into James Allen’s timeless classic, As A Man Thinketh, and found myself deeply moved by the profound lessons it...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 11, 20243 min read


The Alchemy of Life: Transformative Lessons from "The Alchemist"
Reading "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho was a transformative experience for me. The book is much more than a simple story; it’s a...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 5, 20243 min read


"Apartheid to Dysfunction: Why Are South Africans Left Fending for Themselves?"
Do We Really Need a Government if South Africans Must Provide Their Own Security, Healthcare, Jobs, Education, Electricity, and Water? In...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 3, 20243 min read


"Scars and Stories: Finding Beauty in Our Brokenness"
Embracing Imperfection: Reflections on "Broken Like Me" I got to watch "This Is Me", and the first time I heard the song "Broken Like Me"...

Damien Blaauw
Jul 1, 20243 min read


A Nation in Decline: The Unfulfilled Promise of Post-Apartheid South Africa
From Glory to Decay: The South African Journey As I sit here, reflecting on the South Africa of my childhood, I am struck by the stark...

Damien Blaauw
Jun 28, 20248 min read


Transform Your Life with Wisdom from 'Outwitting the Devil'
Reading "Outwitting the Devil" by Napoleon Hill was a transformative experience for me. This book, written in 1938 but unpublished until...

Damien Blaauw
Jun 28, 20243 min read


"Love's Last Stand: Why We Save Dying Relationships"
Life and death are the two forces that define our existence, and they are the ultimate dichotomy, the beginning and the end, the alpha...

Damien Blaauw
Jun 24, 20243 min read
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