Category: Personal

I first came across this idea living in Colombia. I used to spend my vacations thinking about how my life would be in the future, what I would be doing, and where I would be living. Although I have developed the meaning ever since, to me it started as “being aware of my surroundings.” To me it meant enjoying the presence of those around me and grasping the hidden queues that were floating in the interactions occurring in front of me. I learned that there is a time for everything and sometimes being mindful of this can help us make the most out of every opportunity.

Today I want to share two reminders I constantly use to be mindful: Continue reading “How to Be Mindful”

Lately I’ve been learning a lot about patience. Either through my own experiences or by witnessing others, patience is such a critical skill to have. Patience is defined as the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset. Patience is not something we are born with and instead is a skill we develop through practice and growth. In my journey to become more patient I’ve identified pivotal ways to grow this capacity.

When was the last time somebody tested your patience? If it was pretty recent or if you’re just curious to learn, let’s go over 3 steps you can take to become more patient: Continue reading “3 Steps to Becoming More Patient”

There have been some moments in my life when I realize I just made a discovery, a moment so clear that I felt ecstatic. One of those moments was when I realized my life was an investment. Not the type of investment you put money in on and walk away, this was the type of investment that required a life-long commitment.

I was driving along the county roads of Florida when the idea hit me.  Continue reading “Living as An Investment”

Do you remember that Instagram picture of your friend on top of the Eiffel Tower? How about the Snapchat story of your other friend surfing at the beach? What did you feel when you saw those posts? If your answer is FOMO or “Fear of Missing Out”, then you are not alone. Continue reading “Happiness as Seen on TV  “

Throughout my years seeking wisdom, I have come across very interesting people. People you would normally point out as empty turn out to be insightful. I guess that’s why they always say, “don’t judge a book by its cover”. Today I want to share with you a precious piece of advice from 4 individuals, each one of them living their life in a different decade. Continue reading “4 Decades of Wisdom”