JOURNEY

People naturally gravitate toward negativity, whether by choice or influence. We may deny it, but we often construct castles of doom and gloom in our minds. Conversations are no different—negativity dominates. Talk about politics often devolves into bashing the other side. In a world saturated with bad news, negativity feels like the default. But is this the end of the world? Are we truly at the mercy of this toxic energy? The answer is complicated. You can’t eliminate negativity entirely, but you can start to reclaim control. Here’s How: Audit Your Conversations Observe the tone of your interactions. After a meeting or call, ask yourself: Do I feel drained, angry, frustrated, or helpless? If the answer is yes, recognize these conversations as toxic to your mental well-being. Shift the Narrative If someone keeps bringing up the same negative topics, address it. Change the subject or gently challenge their focus. Curate Your News Intake The media thrives on negative headlines because th...

Regarding Personal Finance If you want to save or invest money, it’s difficult to do so after you’ve spent it all on expenses. Your income may vary—sometimes you’ll have more, sometimes less—but the challenge remains. The best approach is to prioritize saving or investing first. Allocate a fixed portion of your income for savings or investments as soon as you receive it, and then use the remaining amount for your other expenses. Start small, remain consistent, and gradually increase the amount over time. This is why countless financial advisers emphasize the principle of “pay yourself first”—secure your financial goals before addressing other expenditures. Regarding Personal Energy If you want to accomplish something meaningful in a day—like writing an article, reading a book, conducting research, or completing an important task—you should aim to do it first thing in the morning. Tackle it when your energy is high, your mind is fresh, and distractions are minimal. The same principle as...

Let’s talk about house remodeling. You are not just remodeling the house; you’re also reshaping your lifestyle. Changing a lifestyle is challenging. Depending on your culture, the number of people involved, and their age groups, it can become even more complicated. You might solve one problem but inadvertently create another if all factors aren’t considered. Did you remove that open shelving space without accounting for the 1,000 things it was being used for? Essentially, you’re asking people to adapt and change.

Give up if it is hard. Do it now.  Tell the truth.  Continuing is difficult. Move on in life.  Take care. Don't beat up. It's ok.  It's all good. Try something new.

The ones that don't require too much energy to maintain.  The one in which you feel important.  The one in which you are not ignored.  The one in which there are reasonable expectations.  The ones that work. The ones that are low touch. 

Negativity.  It drains your energy.  It messes up your brain. It will make you sick. Notice it.  Avoid it.