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.
Just Walk
November 16, 2017 by
I find my morning walk liberating, cathartic, and blissful. I can spend more time lost in my head — thinking, planning, reflecting. Given our fast paced lives, I enjoy the quiet solitude, as my feet eat up the miles. I certainly enjoy the rigors … [Continue reading]
Test the Waters
November 15, 2017 by
Read an interesting quote by John Shedd, in a student paper, earlier today: “ships in the harbor are safe, but that is not what ships are built for...” We rarely accomplish anything till we step out of our comfort zones and test the waters. I have … [Continue reading]
A Different Lens
November 14, 2017 by
A dear friend and I spoke at length about his 16 year old son with severe autism. I could sense the weight of the world on his shoulders. Not sure how one is supposed to cope with that cruel set of cards that life deals to them. I listened … [Continue reading]
Life’s Lessons
November 13, 2017 by
As a career educator, mom and Montessorian, my goal is to teach the children life’s soft skills. Empathy for others, kindness, self control, communication, self worth, the ability to share, self advocacy and social skills are more important than … [Continue reading]
