Welcome to Sharon’s Read and Reflect — a cozy corner for curious minds and wandering thoughts! ✨ I’m Sharon Clara Fernandes, someone who believes reading adds wings to the mind and writing gives it a voice. 📚 Here, I pour my thoughts, a dash of humor, and a sprinkle of reflection into every piece I write. The more we read, the more we grow — and I’m learning right along with you! So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let’s journey through words together. ☕💭
Christmas tiptoes in, wearing jingling socks,Tripping over worries, unlocking old locks.It doesn’t knock loudly or shout, “I’m here!”It whispers, “Slow down… hold someone dear.” It isn’t about lights that compete with the stars,Or shopping lists longer than traffic jams are.Christmas is that pause between doing and being,Where hearts start feeling what eyes stop seeing. It... Continue Reading →
Life rarely changes because of giant, dramatic decisions. It changes because of the invisible, almost laughably small things we do every day.Like tiny hinges that move giant doors, these micro habits hold surprising power. “Small steps done consistently create the loudest transformations.” Here are ten unique micro habits that can quietly (and sometimes comically) upgrade... Continue Reading →
Interview someone — a friend, another blogger, your mother, the mailman — and write a post based on their responses. They say, “Never work with children or animals.” I disagree—interviewing my 6-year-old son turned out to be the most entertaining, thought-provoking, and laughter-filled conversation I’ve had in years. Somewhere between his love for ice cream... Continue Reading →
"The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence." — Denis Waitley Imagine this: You lovingly hand your child a cookie, and—uh-oh—it’s broken. Suddenly, the world is ending. Tears, tantrums, maybe even dramatic flailing on the floor. You stand there, cookie in hand, wondering, "Is this... Continue Reading →
Do you trust your instincts? I trust my instincts, they're sharp and sly,A silent voice, a knowing sigh.They nudge me gently, they prod, they tug,A sixth sense wrapped in a cozy hug.When clouds loom heavy, they softly warn,"Hold your umbrella, face the storm."And when sunshine peeks, they wink and say,"Go dance, my dear, seize this... Continue Reading →
In our fast-paced world, where the pursuit of perfection often overshadows the journey itself, it's essential to pause and reflect on what truly brings us joy and fulfillment. One effective way to find balance in life is by embracing Japanese philosophies, which offer profound insights into living meaningfully. After explaining Ikigai and Kaizen to my... Continue Reading →
What have you been putting off doing? Why? I’m not a procrastinator; I’m a “tomorrow enthusiast!” Every night, I tell myself, “Tomorrow, I’ll wake up early and conquer the world!” But come morning, my heart, mind, and body team up to say, “Remember, we agreed on ‘tomorrow’—it’s like a perpetual vacation!”My alarm clock is basically... Continue Reading →
When was the first time you really felt like a grown up (if ever)? As a kid, I was the picture of carefree joy—like a balloon drifting in the breeze. But then I grew up, and reality hit me like a rogue shopping cart: I had to pay my own bills and spend my hard-earned... Continue Reading →
If you had a million dollars to give away, who would you give it to? If I had a million dollars to give away, I would focus on helping needy families by providing financial assistance for food and shelter. Education would be a priority, so I’d fund scholarships for underprivileged children and support local schools... Continue Reading →
A daughter is a precious blessing, a living testament to love's greatest adventure.
Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, wondering whether to take the well-trodden path of comfort or to venture into the unknown? Picture this: one route promises ease and immediate rewards, while the other dares you to face challenges that redefine your very essence. Many are drawn to the familiar, lured by the allure... Continue Reading →
"What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create." - Buddha Affirmations are potent declarations that mold our beliefs and thoughts. Through consistent repetition, they fortify positive attitudes and intentions within us, serving as tools for fostering resilience and self-assurance. Affirmations play a pivotal role in conquering self-doubt and... Continue Reading →
“Whatever you want to do, do it now. There are only so many tomorrows.” - Michael Landon Brian Tracy's productivity book "Eat That Frog!" provides doable tactics for beating procrastination and completing more tasks in less time. The book is brimming with practical tips and inspirational insights to assist readers in setting objectives, prioritising... Continue Reading →
"Day by day, what you choose, what you think, and what you do is who you become.” —Heraclitus I'll do it tomorrow since I'm bored today. This is the typical expression we hear when there is a task that needs to be completed but we are not motivated to accomplish it right now. My dear,... Continue Reading →
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