Hi Reader,

Yesterday, I found a video of Romanian Christmas carols—which brought back beautiful memories. I enjoy singing carols at this time of year, but what was really special: the video featured Brașov (see image), the city I left behind when I moved to Canada 22 years ago. It also showed the slopes of Poiana Brașov (a ski resort only 12 km away)—where I spent many weekends skiing with friends.
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Time passed, but we evolved as well. I have no regrets about leaving that beauty behind, because I also enjoy the life I built here (which is aligned with who I became).

Life is full of small moments like this—singing carols or smiling at something we noticed that warms our hearts. Enjoy the holiday season and find ways to give!​
Even small gifts (like a smile) can warm the hearts of both the giver and the receiver!
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~ Gabriela
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PS: 1. You never know how life surprises you back. I gave away something this weekend, and the person who picked it up gifted me a jar full of honey (he’s a beekeeper: beesuniverse.com).​
2: The video, if you’d like to hear those beautiful Romanian carols.​
​3. I'm squeezing in some writing for the upcoming book for introverted entrepreneurs, and a business plan for Introverts Academy. What are your plans for this holiday season?

Gabriela Casineanu, MSc, MBA
​Clarity & Authenticity ➤ Strategy ➤ Mindset ➤ Systems ➤ Accountability for Introverts, Entrepreneurs, Organizations
Founder / CEO of Introverts Academy • Award-Winning Author​
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