The Crucial Observer

Threads That Bind: Gossip, Football, and the Human Connection

What is it that brings women together? What about men? It’s not exactly a burning question that keeps us up at night. The answers people give to these questions are often met with a healthy dose of sarcasm. It’s almost comical but strangely accurate. Perhaps those who have delved into the depths of human behavior […]

The Power of our Inner Voice: How Thought Shape our Reality

By: Don Pax In our everyday human experience, we witness an undeniable truth: our thoughts shape our reality more deeply than any external situation. We certainly can not control what we see but can deal with it from within. When we allow dark thoughts to take root; doubts begin to trouble our confidence, fear paralyzes […]

Temperance: A Timeless Virtue for Modern Fulfillment

By: Don Pax In a world dominated by instant gratification and limitless choices, the virtue of temperance often feels outdated, even restrictive. Yet, it is precisely in the overwhelming abundance of the 21st century that temperance reveals its enduring relevance. Temperance is not merely the act of saying “no” but the wisdom of knowing when […]

Blueprints for Growth: Turning Resolutions into Realities

Every year, individuals set resolutions with high hopes and aspirations. However, many of these resolutions end up abandoned or forgotten shortly after the new year begins. While making resolutions is not a bad idea, failing to follow through on them is where the problem lies. It may seem simple to make promises and set goals, […]

Echoes of Leadership

I often ponder why some individuals fail to acknowledge their status as public figures. Being a public figure goes beyond just being in the spotlight or achieving something extraordinary. Even providing services to a large audience qualifies as a form of public service. The crucial distinction lies in the fact that while they may only […]

Celebration of Unity, Love and Togetherness

Celebrating without love is like a tree without roots – it just doesn’t work. You can’t just think about yourself when you’re having a good time, you gotta think about others too. Love should be at the heart of everything we do, pushing us forward and keeping us going when things get tough. During religious […]

The Power of Personal Branding in Professional Growth

I once had a profound conversation with a prominent figure in the media space whose words have left an indelible mark on me. At the time, being in my tertiary education, I believed I could freely make any choices I wanted. However, his insights challenged my perspective and offered a fresh, impactful outlook that resonated […]

What Colour is the Rainbow

By: Don Pax Can a leopard change its spots? Let alone the rainbow alter its colors. Each color is a vital part of the lively bow, fusing like a dream together to create something truly wonderful. So, we too must embrace our unique qualities, for it is in our diversity that we find strength. Blood […]

If Tomorrow never comes!

By: Belaar Jacqueline Have you ever stopped to think about what would happen if tomorrow never comes? We all get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life, preparing for the holidays, buying new clothes and gifts, and making plans for the future. But do we ever stop to think about what would happen […]

The Empty Habits

By: Don Pax We walk among them in flowing habits. We, the supposed bearers of sacred light. Our garments catch the morning sun as we walk through the neighborhood and scroll through phones, turning heads and portraying respectful glances. But beneath the carefully covered habits, what remains of the ancient fire? Where is the trembling […]