LUKE KHAKEYO
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Writing is my raison d'etre.
To Be Able To Think, You Must Risk Being Offensive,- Jordan. B. Peterson
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Bridging the Gap
Once upon a time in academia, research meant endless hours in a library, deciphering coffee-stained journals, and wrestling with an Excel sheet that had more glitches than a 2000s video game. Fast forward to today: emerging technologies are flipping the script, making research faster, smarter, and dare we say… kinda sexy?
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Humans
The Silent Crisis
scholarly publications. It appears to the public as the gleaming trophy cabinet of intellectual success. To the people within? Young learners compete in this Hunger Games-style setting with little more than their ideas and ambition. As a researcher in the early stages of your career, you have undoubtedly questioned whether this system is set up to exclude you.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Journal
Your Degree Is Overrated
Let us begin with a startling realization: your degree may not be the secret to success you have been told, even though it may look amazing when hung on your wall or prominently displayed in your LinkedIn profile. Indeed, in the fiercely competitive job market of today, hiring managers might look at your degree with the same zeal as someone reading toothpaste box fine print.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Education
Climbing the corporate ladder?
Alright, let us discuss the career ladder, one of the most revered topics in the field of careers. We have all heard the promise that you will ultimately reach the pinnacle of success if you put in enough effort, arrive early enough, and never, ever let your employer catch you leaving at 5:01 PM. Here's the punchline, though: That ladder? Most likely, it is leaning against the incorrect wall.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Journal
Empathy in the Workplace
Let us discuss empathy, which may sound a bit, well, fluffy in the current digital era. The number of emails you send, the number of Zoom conversations you manage, and the number of "likes" your LinkedIn posts receive are all indicators of productivity in today's society. The worst part is that your staff is essentially stuck on a hamster wheel of irritation and burnout if there is no empathy in the office.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Journal
The Lost Art of Listening
We must admit that our listening skills have deteriorated. Furthermore, this is not a sentimental tirade about "the good old days" when people really spoke to each other in person without getting sidetracked by their phones (well, maybe it is a little). But pay attention: if technology is enabling us to communicate more than ever before, it is also gradually undermining one of our most vital abilities: the capacity for attentive listening.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Journal
Unmasking Humanity
Individuals who look for essence are basically saying, "Hey, I want more from my interactions, my friendships, and my life than just a collection of random data about individuals." They want the real deal, the authentic human experience—the stuff that makes you say, "Aha!" So that is who you truly are!" But there is a catch: most people have little training in how to dig deep, listen well, or even move beyond, "So, uh...how is work?"
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Humans
The Secret Power You’re Ignoring
Let us face it: the world is rather adept at creating distance. Whether it is with a neighbor who refuses to make eye contact in the elevator or a cousin who only reacts to texts in GIFs, genuine human connection might feel like an endangered species. Enter the "compassion catalyst"—the person who strides in, waves a metaphorical magic wand, and instantly makes everyone around them feel a little more noticed and connected. Becoming a compassion catalyst is more than just being kind; you are creating a positive ripple effect that may truly impact relationships and communities. And the best part? You do not need a cape—just a little humor, empathy, and a willingness to make everyone feel like a million bucks.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Motivation
Lost in Life?
Let us face it: without a GPS, life may be chaotic, unpredictable, and sometimes you find yourself in the middle of nowhere, needing directions. And it is simple to feel as though we are always racing toward a place that is not even on the map in a society where we are inundated with messages, deadlines, and never-ending to-do lists. The idea of being a soulful navigator enters the picture at this point. Imagine that you are the type of person who, without taking themselves too seriously, navigates life with heart, humor, and a firm sense of direction. Being a soulful navigator entails steering others with a steady, gentle hand, listening to your inner compass, and makes jokes along the way while providing others with solid, kind guidance.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Motivation
The Architects of Empathy
It is simple to overlook the importance of empathy in a world filled with extended Zoom meetings, traffic bottlenecks, and "just one more" Netflix cliffhanger. However, empathy—the capacity to put ourselves in another person's shoes, even if they are a little worn out and possibly uncomfortable—is what we need in these kinds of situations. Furthermore, who is using this symbolic glue gun? Naturally, the Architect of Empathy.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Humans
Unlocking the Basement of Your Mind
The "deep dive" of therapy is psychodynamic therapy; picture it as spelunking into your own mind's caverns to discover why you feel the way you do and why your life may feel like a rollercoaster you did not ask to embark on. Psychodynamic therapy takes you on a quest to truly understand yourself rather than offering you a fast fix. Prepare to find mental booby traps, early memories, and the reason you are still plagued by the incident where you spoiled something at the age of three.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Confessions
The Ghost Inside You
Imagine this: You are doing your thing, going about your day, when all of a sudden you sense it. A chill. A haunting presence. Something unseen is speaking softly inside of you, but not in the "I am going to haunt you" sense. No, this is a completely different kind of ghost. A ghost that, rather than rattling chains or screaming at the moon, is subtly affecting every aspect of your life, including your relationships, moods, habits, and yes, even your aspirations to become the next great chef (or millionaire, or whatever your current goal is). What is this enigmatic ghost? It is not an eerie ghost. One of the most incredible mysteries about you is hidden in your subconscious mind, simply waiting for you to discover it.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in Motivation
