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.

Now

It is always now. — Sam Harris … [Continue reading]

The Perfect Recipe

To make a meaningful difference in someone's life, you need a heart full of compassion, an ounce of selflessness, a pinch of humor, and large amounts of hard work. The cherry on the cake? Expecting nothing back in return. … [Continue reading]

Happy Diwali

Today is a special day as people around the world celebrate Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights. On this joyous occasion, I wish you and your families good health, prosperity — in every sense of the word — and the very best that life has to … [Continue reading]

Vinny

I met Vinny a few days ago, as he slurped on Kona Ice, during a special visit to the Montessori. “My brain is freezing”, he said with a silly grin. His mom, clearly moved with emotion, couldn’t help her self – “I hope it freezes your tumor”! Meet … [Continue reading]