Contradictory Charity: Selfish Giving?

Mentors come in all shapes and sizes. Some help us get through college, others inspire us to push harder at the gym. At times they even lead us into a career path and frequently represent the fuel that keeps us going. Is there a perfect formula to surrounding ourselves with them?  Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

The impact a check can have on a community in need can be greatly superior to a week spent overseas working directly with ones own bare hands. Why are we so inclined to getting involved directly rather than focusing on making the greatest impact? Are we merely seeking personal fulfillment? Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

Nonostante il sabato sera passato a divertirsi con gli amici fino a tardi, ci troviamo spesso a mettere la sveglia per andare a messa la domenica mattina. In momenti di difficoltà ci capita di guardare il cielo ed unire le mani. È forse tutto tempo perso? Scopriamolo insieme ad Anna, l’ospite di questa puntata. Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

The incessant pursuit of company does not always make up for the loneliness that we bring to bed. What differences are there between being alone and feeling like ones existence is not valued by those around us? Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

Partire per un paese straniero ed allontanarsi dai propri cari è spesso una decisione che porta alla solitudine. Ma se fosse anche il gesto più altruistico che si possa compiere? Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

Weekly Nugget: 10 minutes, 1 question, 2 perspectives and an ocean of possibilities. Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

When confronted with having to make decisions, especially important ones, a lack of mental clarity can make us take wrong turns, or even worse, lead us to a standstill. How can we counteract brain fog and more importantly, prevent it? Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

Giovani e promettenti professionisti si trovano spesso a intraprendere un nuovo lavoro o tirocinio con immensa grinta e voglia di assumere grandi responsabilità, ma non sono mai restii nel trattenere critiche nei confronti della poco chiarezza che circonda le attività che gli vengono date. Questa contrapposizione evidenzia anche una certa contraddizione per caso? Non sarebbe più opportuno associare alla ricerca del senso di responsabilità una totale dimestichezza della gestione dell’incertezza che ne consegue? Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

Weekly Nugget: 10 minutes, 1 question, 2 perspectives and an ocean of possibilities.  Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)

The urge of “doing” materializes very differently across countries. Culturally, some people are more inclined to get involved in many activities, running the risk of spreading themselves thin, others channel their focus, potentially preventing them from jumping on new opportunities, thus narrowing down their horizon. Is there an ideal middle ground? Music by the talented Roa Music (www.youtube.com/RoaMusic)