A friend recently shared an article with me about the concept of “toxic positivity” - the idea that positivity, when taken to an extreme or misapplied, can become harmful or invalidating. As someone deeply fascinated by how the human mind works, I found it refreshing to explore a perspective that challenges mainstream self-help narratives. After all, who among us hasn’t, at some point, reached for that book - the one that promises to fix us, help us lose weight, become a better leader, or finally feel whole? One of the most impactful books I encountered during my time in startup management was Leading with Questions. The core premise is simple yet profound: asking the right question is half the answer. So,...
Some of you may wonder how do I come up with the topics I write about? I am pleased to share with you, my reader, that each and every word laid down on paper passed through me and I really hope that I can share pieces of my life experiences with you. If you are dreaming about going to Law School then I hope some of my own insight will be of help to you, and if you've been out of Law School for a while, then you will enjoy remembering some of your own experiences. Aside from Medical School, Law School has always had a reputation of its own. First it sounded cool, then it looked very good on...
Some of us find comfort in the status quo—whether in our lives or our careers—while others live in pursuit of something more, driven by a desire for progress or a deeper sense of purpose. For some, the chase itself becomes the goal; for others, it’s about creating meaningful impact. Those who choose the status quo often do so under the belief that it offers peace, stability, or long-term security—though such things are rarely guaranteed. Some equate it with maturity or wisdom, a sign of knowing when to settle. But in reality, the only true constant in life is change. This piece is not a critique of comfort but an invitation to those who suspect there may be more. It’s for...
Just a year ago, discussions around technology disrupting the legal industry felt like conversations between two generations—one envisioning a distant future where law and technology intersected more deeply. I recall attending an international legal tech conference where passionate professionals worldwide debated how technology, particularly open source and artificial intelligence, could improve legal practice. Back then, the future seemed far off. Fast forward just one year, and the landscape has transformed dramatically. The pandemic accelerated digital adoption, making remote work, virtual classrooms, and online services the new norm. Suddenly, technology and legal practice are inseparable; one cannot thrive without the other. But beyond convenience, how do we truly feel about this integration? As a recent law graduate, I have witnessed firsthand...
I would truly appreciate everyone’s thoughts on this topic, as it’s a question that kept me up at night during my final year of law school—and even more so when I was navigating the job market. The reality is, I’ve never been one to follow dogmatic trends. In fact, I’ve often found myself going against the grain. Some say it’s because I’m an Aquarius, but I believe it’s simply how I’m wired. After attending countless interviews post-graduation, I came to a realization: securing a position at Big Law or a traditional firm would only take me back to a past I no longer wanted to be part of. I was focused on the future. Fast forward a few years,...
