Pāhonoa te oro

I once thought wisdom lived in the roar of applause, in the crowded rooms where voices tangled and laughter filled the air. But one evening, I found myself staring at an empty chair across from me, its silence louder than any crowd. That chair became my teacher, whispering truths I had never paused…

I once thought wisdom lived in the roar of applause, in the crowded rooms where voices tangled and laughter filled the air. But one evening, I found myself staring at an empty chair across from me, its silence louder than any crowd. That chair became my teacher, whispering truths I had never paused to hear. Crowds had always been my compass, guiding me with their cheers and judgments. I chased their approval, mistaking noise for truth. Yet, the more I listened, the less I heard myself.