“We see the bee land on all the plants and get the best out of each one.” Isocrate.             Hello, young Padawan,     It had been a long time since you had dealt with one of my awful puns in the title; it was time to reconnect with the tradition. Here it is, lol!   If there is an ancestral…

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            “Who knows your needs better than you? Getting to know oneself is the first step.” Jean de La Fontaine.               Hello, young Padawan     Last year, after the publication of this Christmas article, some of you told me I had presented it to you too late, so I reiterate this year, on time, to tell you about…

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        « Philosophy begins with wonder.» Aristotle.             Hello, young Padawan     Bad weather here in France; I hope you’re not climate-sensitive, in which case, put on a sweater, take a deep breath, good luck, and soon start the ski season! Well, you know your loyal servant loves snow, and let’s say that last year has been a bit “frustrating” for skiers…

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    “If you’re pretty, you’re pretty; but the only way to be beautiful is to be loving. Otherwise, it’s just: “congratulations about your face”. John Mayer.                 Hello, young Padawan     Today we will try to keep it short but effective, and you know me, it will not be obvious, lol.   I’ll explain why, in the street or when I…

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        “The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up”. Paul Valéry.                 Hello, young Padawan     Memento mori, “In memory of the dead” – to better remind you that one day you too will die. Today we are going to talk about self-confidence. Can’t you see the connection? Of course, you do: life is…

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