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Connections, promotions, and cumulative advantage
As an aspiring researcher, I would like to make my writing better. Because what I really want is to get my ideas across without having to spend countless hours translating them from mind to paper. So you’re right. That’s the reason why I keep writing every day, even if I don’t like it. Because I Read more
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It all began with a dream
The ABC’s of meaning is from the book Life is in the Transitions. You can also check my book notes here. Knowing your position – jessa.blog Podcast highlights: If you forgot how to dream, it helps to go back to the dreams you used to look forward to when you were still a child. One Read more
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There’s no guarantee
When we decide to begin doing things we’ve never done before, we might hesitate to push towards the unknown just because we don’t know whether it will work out (or not). And the thing about starting new things is that there’s no guarantee it will work out. But do it anyway. Because you’ll never know Read more
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I have no idea
When we encounter new things or ideas, either those that were not done before or things that only a select few know about, most of us succumb to dismiss them altogether. Just because we don’t have any idea about it. But looking back to our younger selves, we don’t know better then. So we humbly Read more
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Driving, awareness, and responsibility
After being on the road for almost a day, I realized that driving isn’t all about going from Point A to Point B. Yes, you have the skills on how to maneuver the wheels, but driving goes beyond that. Especially when you are on the road, with other people also heading out to their destinations, Read more
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Sacrifices and decisions
The sacrifices you make today will eventually find their way in changing not just your future, but your children, and your children’s children. So, don’t ever think, even for once, about living your life only for yourself. Think long-term. Because most of the time, the decisions you make today will change a life tomorrow. Check Read more
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Missing commute?
I never appreciated the commute in the metro. There’s this endless traffic (and pollution), on top of the sometimes unpredictable weather. Sure, some of us have made the most of the commute too. In my case, I spent most of my commute listening to podcasts, reading books, or getting some sleep. But now, for those Read more
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