Mary Lourdes Bonnici MBA

  💜 What You See Is Not Always the Real Story 💜 Sometimes people see a smile, a successful career, or someone who appears to have everything under control. What they don't see is the silent battle that takes place every single day. I live with fibromyalgia, and every day brings its own challenges. To continue living as normally as possible, I have to make sacrifices that many people will never know about. From Monday to Thursday, I work in the office. On Fridays, I work from home. Many people may assume that working from home is simply a convenience, but the reality is very different. It allows me to complete the paperwork that requires peace and concentration after spending the rest of the week dealing with countless responsibilities and challenges. There is another reason that very few people know. From Sunday to Thursday, my day ends around 7:30 p.m. because I need to take medication that helps me sleep. Without it, sleeping becomes extremely difficult. Then, every morning fro...

  Autism Awareness and Inclusion: Autism Awareness and Inclusion: Building a More Understanding and Supportive Society Introduction Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how individuals communicate, interact socially, process information, and perceive the world around them. The term "spectrum" reflects the wide range of abilities, strengths, and challenges experienced by autistic individuals. As awareness of autism continues to grow globally, there is an increasing recognition of the importance of creating inclusive environments that promote acceptance, respect, and equal opportunities for all members of society. Autism is not a disease that requires a cure; rather, it is a different way of experiencing and understanding the world. Raising awareness and fostering inclusion are essential steps toward reducing stigma, enhancing quality of life, and ensuring that autistic individuals can fully participate in education, employment, healthcare, and...