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“Those who have the privilege to know, have the duty to act.”

~ Albert Einstein

I am a lifelong learner with several decades of experience as a parent, caregiver, employee, writer, speaker, and wellness consultant. More recently, I have become a grandmother.

My curiosity, life experience and love of learning compel me to teach what I've had the privilege to learn - and unlearn.

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MARY MACIEL PEARSON

Ontario, Canada

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Having the wisdom to know how little we know

Wisdom is knowing how little we know. ~ Socrates This week, as I listened to our daughter's presentation about branding to women in Tech, I was reminded that, despite having a background in financial technology, I am now far from well-equipped to impart wisdom to young people in this field. I no longer speak their language. To continue thriving in a rapidly evolving technology landscape, developing some competence makes sense. In fact, it may be hazardous not to, but the p

Mary Maciel Pearson

2 hours ago1 min read

To supplement or not to supplement

It is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his salary depends on his not understanding it. ~ Upton Sinclair Monday, I met a woman who told me that her mother-in-law, who had been living independently at the age of 99, had just been moved into an assisted living facility. Her husband, a doctor, had died a while back. I asked if there were any notable dietary or lifestyle habits contributing to the older woman's independence and long lifespan. She said she take

Mary Maciel Pearson

Oct 243 min read

Making something from nothing

To create something from nothing is one of the greatest feelings, and I would - I don't know, I wish it upon everybody. It's heaven. ~ Prince One of our granddaughter’s current favourite books is "Something from Nothing", by Phoebe Gilman. The story features Joseph, whose grandfather, a talented tailor, makes a star-speckled, blue baby blanket that the boy treasures. As Joseph grows, the blanket becomes worn and tattered, and his mother suggests that he part with it. But Jo

Mary Maciel Pearson

Oct 172 min read

So much to be thankful for

Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance. ~ Eckhart Tolle Today and throughout this Canadian Thanksgiving weekend, we are hosting extended family, including our grandchildren. Never have I been so busy yet so relaxed. Practicing daily an attitude of gratitude has allowed me to focus on the task at hand, to be more present, and to do the best I can under the circumstances. I have so much to be grateful for, including, along

Mary Maciel Pearson

Oct 101 min read

Mockery serves no one well

Those who can't do, mock. Those who do, have no time to mock. ~ Abhijit Naskar I am far from enlightened, but I have at times found myself uncomfortable when exposed to people who mock with the intention to belittle others. Here I think out loud and share some random thoughts, because this is a last-minute post. Some individuals make it a habit to mock politicians and leaders. Even when these leaders appear to be abusing their power, who are we to judge? It takes courage and

Mary Maciel Pearson

Oct 31 min read