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Seeing Like Leonardo: Timeless Principles for a Modern Life
If there is one figure in history who understood how to live widely, deeply, and with purpose, it is Leonardo da Vinci. He was not simply a man of many talents—he was someone who approached life with a rare quality of attention, curiosity, and courage. While we may not paint the Mona Lisa  or design flying machines, we face the same fundamental challenge he did: How do we bring our full intelligence—creative, logical, physical, emotional—into the life we are building? Leonard
Marianne Samuels
5 hours ago3 min read
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The Power of Connection
Dear human beings! In a world that moves faster every year, where technology connects us yet loneliness quietly grows, I want to speak about three timeless forces that sustain the human spirit: community, friendship, and communication . These are not just social niceties—they are the foundations of happiness, prosperity, and lasting success. We live in an era of individualism, where we are often told that happiness lies in personal achievement, prosperity in self-reliance, an
Marianne Samuels
Nov 45 min read
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How to Communicate with Clarity, Conviction and Compassion – A Guide for Non-Native Professionals
In today’s global workplace, effective communication is one of the most valuable professional skills. For non-native English speakers, the challenge is often not just about grammar or vocabulary—it’s about expressing ideas clearly, confidently, and with empathy. Communicating with clarity, conviction, and compassion can transform how others perceive your competence and credibility, while also building stronger, more trusting relationships. 1. Communicate with Clarity Clarity
Marianne Samuels
Nov 32 min read
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How to Communicate With Your Partner for a Fulfilling Relationship
Ever notice how the people we love most are often the ones we struggle to communicate with the most? It’s not that we don’t care — it’s that relationships bring out our most human selves. Our need to be understood. Our fear of being judged. Our tendency to assume instead of ask. Whether you’ve been together for decades or are in a new relationship, communication is where love either deepens or drifts. Here are nine simple (but not always easy) ways to communicate better — and
Marianne Samuels
Nov 34 min read
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How to Communicate with Narcissists (and Actually Help Them See Reason)
Every leader eventually encounters that person : brilliant, confident, charismatic — but impossible to reason with. They dominate...
Marianne Samuels
Oct 84 min read
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Empowering Voices this Spring!
Spring Newsletter 2025 Hello and welcome to the fresh Spring edition. Bye bye winter blues and hello to the beauty of fresh flowers and...
Marianne Samuels
Mar 144 min read
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