Personal Reflections

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world that often values experience and expertise, the concept of naiveté might seem counterintuitive. However, embracing a certain level of...

Written by Sophia Wisdom for Arie Hoogerbrugge In a world saturated with information and narratives, storytelling has become a powerful tool for capturing attention and leaving a lasting impression....

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the pursuit of personal and professional growth, we often encounter challenges that seem insurmountable. The journey of accomplishing difficult...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the journey towards success, one undeniable truth stands out – persistence is the single biggest indicator of triumph. Without a doubt, achieving...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world filled with constant decision-making, doubt can often be a stumbling block on the path to success. As the saying goes, "Whenever there is...

I don't long to be great as a person because I am arrogant.  I want to be great as a human being because it is within us and part of our design to be great. Written November 20, 2022  Awake my...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the fast-paced cadence of our daily lives, a profound yet simple question holds the potential to shape our mindset and enhance our journey: "What...

I recently watched a movie I really enjoyed called One Week (2008).  I enjoy movies that make me reflect.  The film is Canadian.  The short and sweet of the plot is about a young teacher living in...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the pursuit of our dreams and ambitions, rejection is an inevitable companion. Whether you're an aspiring writer, an entrepreneur pitching ideas, or...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the labyrinth of life's decisions and challenges, the concept of wisdom emerges as a guiding force. However, true wisdom isn't just about offering...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world that often seems obsessed with self-promotion and the pursuit of being the center of attention, a shift in perspective can make a world of...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sofia Wisdom Winston Churchill once said, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts." These profound words encapsulate...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the tapestry of our daily lives, habits weave the intricate patterns that shape our routines and define our identities. Often, we find ourselves...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world that often seems complex and overwhelming, there's an art to simplifying, and it begins with breaking things down into manageable steps....

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the pursuit of success, the concept that "good is the enemy of great" has been a guiding principle for many individuals and organizations. Coined by...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world filled with promises, commitments, and good intentions, the age-old saying, "You are what you do, not what you say you'll do," holds more...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world that constantly bombards us with distractions and temptations, the concept of discipline often emerges as the guiding force that paves the...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom Welcome to a journey of boundless energy and unwavering passion! In a world that often tests our resilience, maintaining unrelenting enthusiasm every...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom William Shakespeare, often hailed as the greatest playwright in the English language, left behind a treasure trove of wisdom that transcends time and...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the 1999 film "Grey Owl," there is a poignant line that transcends the confines of cinema and encapsulates a profound truth: "Everyone has a moment,...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom Life has a way of presenting challenges that, at first glance, seem insurmountable. However, what if we told you that behind every seemingly impossible...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the fast-paced world we live in, every decision we make can have a significant impact on our productivity. The choices we face in the morning can...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the complex tapestry of human experience, our perception plays a pivotal role in shaping the way we interpret the world around us. The insightful...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world that moves at a rapid pace, the quest for a meaningful and timeless existence becomes increasingly vital. "Start Living Eternity Today" is...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the pursuit of personal and professional success, understanding and harnessing your strengths can be a game-changer. "What are your strengths, and...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world that constantly bombards us with expectations and societal norms, it's easy to lose sight of our true selves. The journey to self-discovery...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the hustle and bustle of our fast-paced lives, carving out time for leisurely activities like reading might seem like a luxury. However, there's a...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the ever-evolving landscape of self-discovery and personal development, there is a simple yet profound question that has the potential to unlock...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the grand tapestry of life, challenges are inevitable; they come in various shapes and sizes, demanding our attention and resilience. Yet, the...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom Life is a series of choices, and at every juncture, we are faced with decisions. From the seemingly trivial ones like what to have for breakfast to...

At some point in early 2016 I thought about the word “happiness”.  Happiness has never really been part of my vocabulary.  It was a word that makes me feel rather uncomfortable.  I don’t want to say...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the complex landscape of human interactions and decision-making, some individuals resort to hiding behind rules as a shield for their insecurities...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the pursuit of our goals and dreams, the choices we make play a pivotal role in shaping our future. When it comes to discipline versus regret, the...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the ever-evolving landscape of business and technology, forward-thinking entrepreneurs understand the importance of not just planning for the...

I think about things deeply.  Far more deeply than I care to or want to.  This forces me to bury most of my life so that I hopefully forget.  And usually, it works.  I forget, but the soul never...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the hustle and bustle of life, the middle ground often goes unnoticed. Whether in personal achievements or professional endeavors, being in the...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to forget the simple yet profound act of smiling. Beyond being a mere expression of joy, a smile...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world driven by expectations, the choice between over-providing and under-providing is a critical one, with far-reaching implications. This post...

When I first heard about this exercise, I thought that there might be some important insight I could glean from “my older self”.  But when I took a moment to consider the answer.  To consider where...

This morning was a rough morning.  I attempted to write out what going on inside my head. I am paralyzed by indecision not so much by fear but from lack of purpose, passion and conviction.  There is...

I don’t know what this post is going to look like.  I am going to “follow the wild goose” which is a term I heard about a long time ago referring to a term the ancient Celts had for the Holy...

It's the thought of interacting and meeting the hundreds of people that for one reason or another will cross my path in my remaining time on this planet that will ultimately reveal their true colors...

Better questions and reflections to live by - Part 17 Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7...

A while back, I believe sometime in 2016 I realized that I was not a very happy person and that I was a very lonely person.  And for the first time I actually questioned that and asked myself if...

I was bullied almost everyday of my life from grade 1 to grade 12.  I was even bullied when I was 37 years old (but that's another story).  I am not entirely sure if there is a connection between...

And I suspect that writing is my outlet and my perspective.   This statement of being alone is not an emotional statement about loneliness but more of a statement of fact. Since arriving in Belize I...

My aunt tried calling me a few days before my birthday but I was unable to take the call at that moment.  I know one of her first questions would be how is it going.  For most people I interact with...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom Life is a series of choices, and decision-making is an ongoing process. Just when you think you've carefully considered all your options, it's...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world where success is often defined by external metrics and societal expectations, it's crucial to pause and reflect on what truly brings...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In the vast universe of life choices and personal fulfillment, Spock's quote, "Your first best destiny. Anything else is a waste," encapsulates a...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world marked by constant complexity and information overload, the value of simplicity cannot be overstated. Whether in communication, design, or...

Written for Arie Hoogerbrugge by Sophia Wisdom In a world filled with routines and the ordinary, there's a call to break free from the mundane and embark on a journey of doing epic shit. This post...

Better questions and reflections to live by - Part 16 Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

How to actually reach your dreams.  If I had a dollar for every time someone said “someday” I would be independently wealthy.  Do you ever notice that most people don’t actually reach or live their...

I have no idea what I am typing or how to go about or layout what is about to be typed.  I have listened to many business and lifestyle advice type podcasts and often heard about the exercise of...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

A blog post about homelessness.  Yup that’s right.  So you might want to skip this post. I use to go to a church that had a purge Sunday.  They intentionally tried to get people to leave the church...

If I had to explain or describe 2020 in one word, I think it would be “WOW!!!???”  With a few exclamation and question marks.  I think it’s safe to say this year did not go as planned for anybody....

A simple easy-to-write blog post today.  While the interpretations and morals to the stories may be fairly straight forward.  I would challenge you to come to those on your own. The first 2 stories...

The genesis of this ride In 2011 I did a 6,500 km bike ride through all of western and northern Canada.  Simply check out the map for reference.  This ride would ultimately be one of the greatest...

It failed so can we please stop posting crap?  If the world does not already realize the following [examples] then I promise your memes haven’t changed a thing. Every Canadian already knows that...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

This just a blog post of some of my favourite movie quotes Now play the game.  Your game.  The one only you was meant to play.  The one that was given to you when you came into this world.  - The...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

I recently wrote a blog post called Moving Forward.  The post was in response to an unexpected situation in my life.  Rather then give a summary I will simply put the link to that post HERE. The...

So I woke up to an email this morning.  A person who shall remain nameless who over the last few months had become somewhat of a mentor of mine and I thought was my very good friend basically total...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

I hate talking about Covid-19.  Everyone and their mother posts 14 things a day about the virus.  The last thing the world needs is another article posted about this virus.  I wanted to avoid the...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

A question was posted on my personal Facebook Timeline.  It was an interesting question and had some nice responses to my response that I was hoping to save in the form of a blog post and not get...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

I don't even know where to start with this year.  I don't think I could make up half of it if I tried. 2017 and 2018 were the happiest two years of my life and then 2019 happened.  In 2017 and 2018...

Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7 hours a day.  I have probably listen to a few 1000...

Is it a blog cop-out to make a blog post into a list?  Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7...

Is it a blog cop-out to make a blog post into a list?  Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7...

Perhaps a more important bucket list then my experiences and accomplishment bucket list Live with a purpose To not fall into resignation. To never give up That my greatest dreams and goals and plans...

Is it a blog cop-out to make a blog post into a list?  Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts.  First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7...

Though many of these experiences and desires come as a result of Christian and spiritual longings Bucket List - a number of experiences or achievements that a person hopes to have or accomplish...

Is it a blog cop-out to make a blog post into a list?  Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts. First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7...

It's no fun learning something new about yourself and then realizing that what you have discovered is a pretty big issue.  I discovered and realized today that I worship the god of success. I don't...

Is it a blog cop-out to make a blog post into a list?  Over the years in truck I got into listening to podcasts. First a few a week and then depending on the day sometimes listening to podcasts 6-7...

I had a really cool career once.  I successfully turned my hobby of keeping reptiles and amphibians as pets into a business and a fairly successful business at that.  But I had a nagging question...