
02/04/2025
Recently, I had the chance to visit Cuba with a few friends—a country I’ve wanted to experience since I was a teenager. I’ve always been fascinated by its culture, history, and resilience.
Spending a week with the locals gave me a whole new perspective on life. Despite the economic hardships and the country’s isolation from much of the world, the Cuban people live with an undeniable joy. Their ability to embrace life, no matter the circumstances, was something I couldn’t ignore.
It made me appreciate the freedom and opportunities we often take for granted in the U.S. Having been born in the Soviet Union and now raising my family in a place full of possibilities, I’m humbled and grateful. Yet, it’s also a reminder that so many people—despite having every opportunity—still feel unfulfilled.
Cuba taught me that life is about perspective. Even when the world limits you, your mindset determines how far you go.
Would love to hear—what’s a place that’s shifted your perspective on life?