How many times recently were you brave enough to do something where you might look stupid or unsure about what you were doing? That action I would define as courage. The opposite of courage is vulnerability. Merriam-Webster defines vulnerability as: 1. capable … Read More
The Rollinia delicious trees are dripping heavy fruit and I’m still not quite sure how to enjoy this tropical from the Annona family. Locally, the fruit is called biriba or wild sugar apple. Scooping it fresh from it’s skin is a sensuous … Read More
I’m sure you’ve heard the old saying “Laughter is the best medicine”?That’s because there is wisdom in these words. Happiness and joy are essential qualities that are necessary in our process of cultivating self love. Joy shuts down cortisol, adrenaline, … Read More
Last night, the intoxicating strong and sweet fragrance of the fallen guava fruit called to me and nudged me into harvesting several of the ripe fruit today. These small, round fruit are loaded with tiny hard seeds at their center, … Read More
Guy and I just wrapped up a three week internship. He came to Panama to participate in a summer internship during his last year of school before graduation. As an alum of Northeastern University, I have personally benefited from the … Read More
In today’s corporate world, much research has been done on the effects of self-esteem in the workplace. As Sheryl Sandburg explains in her book ‘Lean-In,” often low self-esteem is what holds women back from advancement in their careers. She says … Read More