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.
Perspective
February 20, 2023 by
The images of the destruction by the earthquake in Turkey are painful to watch. The 60 Minutes story on the war in Ukraine tugs at the heart strings. The personal struggles of my sister as she battles cancer, and the side effects of chemo feel … [Continue reading]
The Cross We Bear
February 16, 2023 by
Life is not a bed of roses, and we all have a cross to bear. The perceived perfect life of people we meet — and the people we know — is less than perfect. I see loved ones fight disease, I see the mental health challenges in people I know, … [Continue reading]
Spectrum of Emotions
February 15, 2023 by
We can’t be happy all the time. We have to embrace how we feel — sadness, disappointment, exhilaration and unbridled joy. It is this breath and scope of emotions that define who we are as individuals. Our lives run the gamut of lows and … [Continue reading]
Practice Makes Perfect
February 14, 2023 by
If something is of critical importance, practice with purpose. Judi always pushed me to prepare, practice and then practice some more. It certainly helps to be open to critical evaluation, and meaningful feedback. Once we get our … [Continue reading]
