Welcome to 5 O’Clock Reflections, a daily blog by Hemant Rustogi as he explores lessons learned in life, business, and his quest for wisdom. Each month Hemant invites a person who intrigues him, to join him for a 5 pm interview to share their insights over their favorite cocktail. You can learn more here.

The Maze

I sighed. I hated the maze of bureaucracy with a passion, but I've found the best way to deal with it is to smile and act stupid. That way, no one gets confused.Kim Harrison … [Continue reading]

Soul Mates

She passed away, just a few weeks after the death of her husband.  “She died of a broken heart”, was the general consensus.  Tragic. And Sad.   They were soul mates.  Married to each other for decades.  My Mom and Dad were … [Continue reading]

Life Changes

Just when I think I have learned the way to live, life changes.Hugh Prather … [Continue reading]

The Right People

It is easy to find people who will tell you what you want to hear. Have at least a few people in your life who will tell you what you need to hear. One type massages the ego. The other makes us better human beings. … [Continue reading]