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 Gratitude Lens
December 20, 2018 by
A young child was diagnosed with a genetic disorder. An older lady lies in a hospital, her body ravaged by a stroke. A mother struggles with the poor choices of her teenage daughter. These things are not supposed to happen in our circle on … [Continue reading]
Compassion
December 19, 2018 by
The kindness of strangers can tug at the heartstrings. I am often touched by the compassion of those that we don’t know. Those that have no ulterior motive. No agenda. Nothing to gain. They catch us by surprise, and touch our hearts in special … [Continue reading]
The Birthday Girl
December 18, 2018 by
Today, Becka turns — young. While most of you may not know her, you have seen her work. Becka manages this blog, the school website, and for the most part, is my go to girl for my life’s important professional tasks. Her key job — make me look … [Continue reading]
Ma
December 17, 2018 by
Yesterday was her birthday. I miss her. Nothing more to it. Just that simple. There are few people who define who we are, and even fewer whose loss rips out our heart and establishes a new normal. We learn to live with a hole in our hearts and … [Continue reading]
