THE ART OF ACCEPTING COMPLIMENTS: WHY DO WE DOWNPLAY PRAISE?

THE ART OF ACCEPTING COMPLIMENTS: WHY DO WE DOWNPLAY PRAISE? This month, in a completely roundabout way, I was inspired by a compliment, and my complete inability to graciously accept it. The other day, a friend complimented my haircut. “Oh, you have a nice haircut,” they said. My immediate response? “Oh no, look what the […]

IN THE SKIES WITH A STATESMAN

IN THE SKIES WITH A STATESMAN My Journey with President Sam Nujoma Ronel van Vuuren served as the dedicated flight attendant to His Excellency Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma for nearly the entirety of his presidency, spanning 15 years and three terms. In her role, she witnessed firsthand the warmth, humility, and unwavering kindness of Namibia’s […]