I’ve read hundreds of self-help books. I’ve listened to the podcasts, watched the “life coach” clips, studied the psychology, and spent years trying to understand why people do what they do — including myself. I even went to college for psychiatry. At the time, I told myself I wanted to help people. But the truth is, I didn’t… Read More »
Walk through any hotel lobby, restaurant kitchen, or construction site in Canada today and you’ll notice something striking. The people doing the heavy lifting — cleaning rooms, making beds, hauling supplies, driving delivery vans, maintaining buildings — are rarely the ones born here. They’re newcomers. Immigrants. People who came to this country with nothing but grit, determination, and… Read More »
There is a moment in life when the noise of the world fades, and in its place, a clarity emerges—a deep knowing that everything you’ve endured, everything you’ve sacrificed, was leading you to this exact point. For too long, I gave myself to others, quietly carrying the weight of their needs, their expectations, their disregard. I moved through… Read More »
When Sacrifice Isn’t Enough: A Father’s Struggle with Estrangement As a father, I never expected that the sacrifices I made for my son would lead to this—14 years of silence, being kept away from my granddaughters, and having no relationship with the child for whom I gave up so much. This isn’t just my story, though; it seems… Read More »
The Hidden Dangers of Texting and Social Media in Building Real Connections In today’s world, the convenience of texting and social media apps like WhatsApp has become the primary mode of communication. While it seems easy and efficient, relying on these tools often weakens the foundation of real, in-person relationships. The more we lean on texting, the less… Read More »
Growing up with a mother who was unfaithful and a stepfather who was both abusive and an alcoholic shaped my entire childhood. I can’t even remember how old I was when it all started—probably around six—but the memories are hazy, like they’re hiding somewhere deep in my mind. What I do remember, though, is the constant feeling of… Read More »
I grew up in a time when being a man meant something clear. It was straightforward—there were rules, expectations, and even unspoken codes. We knew what manhood looked like, how to carry ourselves, and what was expected of us. But now, as I look around, it feels like that clarity has been lost. Everywhere you turn, it seems… Read More »
4o When I think about the role of grandparents in a child’s life, I can’t help but reflect on how critical those relationships are, not just for the children but for the entire family dynamic. Grandparents offer a unique kind of love and wisdom that simply can’t be replicated by parents alone. They’ve lived through the trials and… Read More »
When I was 15, I left home, and since then, I’ve had a lifetime of experiences. I had to fend for myself, make my own decisions, and learn the hard way. Back then, you didn’t have a choice but to grow up quickly, take responsibility, and figure out how to survive. You made mistakes, you took risks, but… Read More »