The Danger of Groupthink: How Social Media Rewrites History and Distorts Reality Why People Believe What They Want to Believe People don’t believe things because they are true. They believe them because they fit the narrative they want to accept, because they are convenient, comforting, or socially advantageous. The truth – raw, unfiltered, and… Continue reading How Groupthink Leads to Collective Blindness
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Modern Athletes vs. Old-School Grit: Who Would Win?
Timeless Lessons from Legendary Athletes: The Proven Approach to Getting Results We’re living in a time where “trauma” has become a catch-all label. It’s tacked onto every struggle, every misstep, every excuse for why someone can’t get out of their own way. People use it to justify setting the bar low, shrugging off effort with… Continue reading Modern Athletes vs. Old-School Grit: Who Would Win?
International Women’s Day: A Celebration or a Call for Accountability?
Mandatory self-defense International Women’s Day: Turning Fear into Power International Women’s Day is a time to honor the achievements of women, celebrate their strength, and push for greater equality. But beneath the festivities lies an uncomfortable truth: for many women, safety is not guaranteed. The reality of violence is woven into their everyday lives,… Continue reading International Women’s Day: A Celebration or a Call for Accountability?
What Makes a Leader? The Traits That Define True Leadership
The Dynamics of True Leadership: Courage, Fear, and Action What Makes a Leader? Leadership is not a position, a title, or a privilege reserved for the extraordinary. It is a practice—a dynamic process that anyone can cultivate through effort, reflection, and an unwavering commitment to change and improve. Leadership emerges from within, shaped by… Continue reading What Makes a Leader? The Traits That Define True Leadership
You Should Never Hit First!? Not Always!
When is it OK to Strike First in Self-Defense? A Practical Guide Throughout history, society’s perception of violence has evolved from a practical necessity to a taboo subject. Today, we are taught not to hit others and, certainly, not to start a fight. Over time, society has instilled a deep aversion to violence, viewing… Continue reading You Should Never Hit First!? Not Always!
Ten lessons I Learned From Writing a Blog
10 Lessons Blogging Has Taught Me About Growth, Life, and Connection In the past couple of years, I started writing this blog on a weekly basis. At first, putting my thoughts into text felt like a waste of time and effort. I didn’t know who would read it, how my words would resonate, or if… Continue reading Ten lessons I Learned From Writing a Blog
The Celebration of Light Over Darkness is Timeless
Hanukkah: A Timeless Lesson in Resilience and Identity Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a celebration rooted in resilience, identity, and the unwavering determination to stand up for what is right. It’s not just about lighting candles or enjoying traditional (greasy) foods. It’s about remembering a story of resistance against evil and… Continue reading The Celebration of Light Over Darkness is Timeless
Why Do People Resist Change?
Why Do People Resist a Positive Change? The phenomenon of people praying for a positive change in their lives, but when the chance finally presents itself, they refuse it – interests me on a personal level. Why hold keys that can’t open new doors? Why keep looking at the same landscape if you don’t… Continue reading Why Do People Resist Change?
Who Feels More Pain: Men or Women?
Who Feels More Pain: Men or Women? Social media is flooded with posts poking fun at how men supposedly can’t handle pain while women, who give birth, endure levels of pain that are off the charts. It’s an opinion shared and reshared endlessly: men fold under the smallest discomfort, while women are built to withstand… Continue reading Who Feels More Pain: Men or Women?
Time for Forgiveness, Self-Reflection, and Redemption
Add Your Heading Text Here Yom Kippur. Forgiveness and Redemption Today we observe Yom Kippur, a significant day in the Jewish calendar that marks the culmination of the Days of Awe or Days of Repentance. In tradition, Yom Kippur serves as a time of deep self-reflection and introspection, as per Jewish tradition. On this day,… Continue reading Time for Forgiveness, Self-Reflection, and Redemption
