Tag: Work-Life Balance

  • Discovering True Relaxation: Lessons from My Grandfather

    Discovering True Relaxation: Lessons from My Grandfather

    A retiring UN official discovers the difference between managing stress and actually relaxing after 30 years in international diplomacy. Lessons from the Seychelles on finding peace.

  • Conversations with Myself: The Power of Self-Reflection

    Conversations with Myself: The Power of Self-Reflection

    The machete cracks through the green husk with a satisfying thud. Steam rises from fresh coconut water in Toamasina’s market, while coffee beans release their earthy aroma in Antsirabe’s highland air. These aren’t just beverages—they’re invitations to pause and connect authentically. After fifteen years navigating boardrooms from Mumbai to Munich, I’ve learned that transformative conversations…