My name is Able (a moniker coined by my crazy London friends). Ablethoughts represents expression of my thoughts on global issues, proximate observations and life experiences. Email: abraham-king@outllook.com, follow on Twitter and Instagram @able360.
What is a man? A job that you didn’t apply for A job that you don’t take vacation A job that hurts and breaks A thankless job
You sacrifice your life You sacrifice your time You sacrifice your patience You sacrifice your peace And yet it’s never enough
You must learn the way of pain, Knowing pain, you must learn quickly Pain birth you, pain demands you Run, fly… but no one escapes pain Make peace; pain does not care
A man with many faces One day you get to be angel, Another day, you are a savage One day you are a peacemaker, Another day, you are trouble
A man without empathy A man without ethics A man who lacks economics A man who lacks emotions That man is not a made man
No one owes you anything Yet, you owe your life Yet, you owe your time Yet, you owe your strength To a world that keeps taking
You will understand quickly – Pain is real Failure is a teacher Power is corrupt Purpose is the only explanation
Other men have suffered before you Other men are suffering now Other men will suffer then Know this, know peace The curse of suffering continues
There is always a man out there – Hoping to take what is yours Wanting to use you Open to betray you Eager to kill you
I hope one day my young sons- Ruled by wisdom and strength Find meaning and their purpose Understand the burden of a man And survive this terrible world
The smell of Jamaica, dah vibes upon vibes, whispering through Blue Mountain mist, where coffee smoke, thick as prophecy, climbs and curls in ancestral tongues. It is the incense of emancipation, the balm of weary feet on Doctor’s Cave sands.
Listen—rocksteady still hums beneath the skin of the island, reggae beating like heart against rib, drums telling stories older than empire. “Out of Many, One People”— a motto stitched in kente and calypso, where ackee and saltfish simmer beside the laughter of children, their mouths red with sorrel, sweet and sharp.
Jah love walks barefoot down Seven Miles of Negril, waves clapping like tambourines to the rhythm of the doctor bird, its tailstream painting gospel in the air. Here, the carnival is no costume only, but the sacred right of joy, a luxury of freedom seized from chains, spilled into song, into dance, into flesh.
O Cuba, O Haiti, O Florida shores— hear the island breathing, a harbour of delights, sun-drenched and unbroken. Resorts bustle, yes, but beneath them, the roots— maroon drums, nyabinghi chants, voices like Hughes’ rivers, deep, dark, eternal.
For the smell of Jamaica is not tourist perfume, but fire and frankincense, rum and bob marley drink, a pungent promise of peace and love, the slow burn of ganja wisdom, and the urgency of rights restored.
Beyond the bustle of resorts and guaranteed sunshine, the island breathes deeper— lush vegetation, roots older than empire, branches bent but never broken. Here, soil remembers maroon footsteps, chants rising like smoke to the stars.
The smell of Jamaica is not tourist perfume. It is ancestral incense, ganja’s bitter-sweet prayer, salt air singing through coral reefs, children’s voices rising like hymns of dawn. Every drumbeat, every laugh, every tear is a psalm fi survival, a poem fi peace.
Yes, Jamaica nah just a place, she a spirit, she a living word. She smell of resilience and rhythm, she taste of rain and redemption. I and I say— one love, one people, one sound, ever blessed, ever irie, Jah guide di land of vibes upon vibes.
Before you judge the soul who fell, They may have lived a private hell. Perhaps they cried, but none could hear, Or reached for help that wasn’t near— And gone too soon, the departed.
They bore the weight of cruel disdain, Mocked and broken, scarred by pain. Betrayed by those they held as true, With nothing left to cling onto— And gone too soon, the departed.
Behind closed doors, they hid their cries, Masked their hurt with hollow lies. Each smile a shield, each laugh a mask, Each moment a survival task— And gone too soon, the departed.
They weren’t selfish, just afraid. A fragile heart the world dismayed. Rejected, scorned, or cast aside, Alone they suffered, though they tried— And gone too soon, the departed.
“You don’t belong,” the echoes said. “You’re not enough,” was daily fed. “You’re just a burden,” burned inside. So dreams and self-began to die— And gone too soon, the departed.
They traded torment for release, A restless soul who longed for peace. They stopped a breath to stop the ache, One silent step for their own sake— And gone too soon, the departed.
Tired of battles, worn and bruised, Tired of being always used. Tired of pleading, tired of pain, Tired of trying all in vain— And gone too soon, the departed.
Anxiety like wildfire spread, While midnight whispers filled their head. Despair became their only friend, A loss, a wound that wouldn’t mend— And gone too soon, the departed.
The sword of hopelessness struck deep, The storm of loneliness struck anew Each thought a wound, unhealed, unkind. And the ruins of shame bled straight through— And gone too soon, the departed.
The power of powerlessness drained their flame, Each breath, a burden; each day the same. They fought in silence, broke apart, With no one there to mend their heart— And gone too soon, the departed.
Today drips like ripe fruit, crushed beneath the feet of kings and beggars alike. There are laughters—wild, like tambourines in drunken alleys. There are cries—long, like cathedrals echoing prayers that rot. Today is today— no mask, no mercy.
Somewhere, a woman breathes peace into her child’s soft hair, Elsewhere, bones rattle beneath the boots of men with metal hearts. Freedom dances barefoot in one square— In another, a soul is shackled for dreaming. Today is today— a coin flipped by invisible gods.
Each sunrise is a loaded gun— pointed at luck, or loss. Some sip wine with trembling lips and call it survival. Others bleed, silently, into clean white sheets. Today is today— the blade and the balm.
Alive—yes, the earth still spins in her dress of dust and fire. Life kisses us, bites us, forgets us. But still, Today is today— undeniable, holy, and cruel as love.
Sorry, I am loud, but not sorry—it’s my voice, my power, my pride, Sorry, I take up space, but not sorry—I refuse to shrink or hide. Sorry, I speak my mind, but not sorry—truth should never be confined, Sorry, I laugh too much, but not sorry—joy is rare and hard to find. Sorry, I dream big, but not sorry—I was never built for small inside.
Sorry, I put myself first, but not sorry—I can’t pour from empty hands, Sorry, I say no, but not sorry—boundaries help me take a stand. Sorry, I walk away, but not sorry—I don’t dance to their demands, Sorry, I rest when I need, but not sorry—peace is not a thing to brand. Sorry, I move on fast, but not sorry—life won’t wait for second chance.
Sorry, I eat a lot, but not sorry—I am feeding soul and bone, Sorry, I snore too loud, but not sorry—I don’t sleep to please alone. Sorry, I change my mind, but not sorry—growth is how the wise are grown, Sorry, I take my time, but not sorry—rushed is how mistakes are sown. Sorry, I love myself, but not sorry—confidence is self-made throne.
Sorry, I miss your call, but not sorry—I am living, not just seen, Sorry, I won’t explain myself, but not sorry—I owe no in-between. Sorry, I let things go, but not sorry—I choose peace over the mean. Sorry, I walk my own path, but not sorry—it’s my journey, it’s my scene. Sorry, I cannot come to the party, but not sorry—I am broke and trying to save.
Canada’s healthcare system is often lauded for its universality, but beneath the surface lies a fragmented system plagued by inefficiencies, long wait times, and interoperability gaps. These challenges not only strain healthcare providers but also compromise patient outcomes. Currently, the statistics paint a sobering picture: the median wait time between referral from a general practitioner to specialist treatment has reached 27.7 weeks – over half a year of waiting in uncertainty. Nearly 6.5 million Canadians lack a regular healthcare provider, and medical errors contribute to 28,000 deaths annually, with a significant portion attributed to incomplete patient histories, shocking reality that underscores the urgent need for a technological transformation in healthcare.
But what if we could transform this landscape through a unified, secure digital health platform? Imagine a system as familiar and accessible as your CRA account, but designed to revolutionize healthcare delivery.
The Challenge: A Fragmented System
Our current healthcare infrastructure operates in silos. A patient in Vancouver cannot easily share their medical history with an emergency room in Toronto. A specialist in Montreal might prescribe medication without knowing about allergies documented by a family doctor in Calgary. This fragmentation not only compromises patient care but also leads to:
Preventable adverse drug reactions (affecting 1.5 million Canadians yearly)
Extended hospital stays due to incomplete medical histories
Critical delays in emergency care delivery
The root of many of these issues lies in the lack of a unified, portable, and accessible healthcare record system. Imagine a world where every Canadian has an accurate Best Possible Medication History (BPMH), a comprehensive digital health record that tracks every vaccination, prescription, blood test, diagnosis, specialist visit, and surgery from birth to the present. This record would be accessible to any healthcare provider across the country, ensuring that no matter where you are, your medical history is always at your fingertips. Such a system would drastically reduce wait times, minimize medical errors, and ensure that every patient receives the most effective, personalized care possible.
A Bold Solution: An AI-Driven Healthcare Ecosystem
I propose an AI-powered, interoperable health information platform that serves as a single source of truth for patient care across the country. This AI-driven system would function as a federated health network, much like the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) authentication system, using the same robust authentication protocols. Users could log in securely, giving healthcare providers permission to access their data on demand on a token-based approval, aligned with relevant privacy and data protection laws.
Here’s how it would work:
Comprehensive Health Records: Every Canadian would have a digital health profile that includes their BPMH, updated in real-time. This profile would integrate data from hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and even wearable devices like Apple Watches and Fitbits. Whether you’re visiting a family doctor in Toronto or an emergency room in Vancouver, your complete medical history would be instantly accessible.
AI-Driven Precision Medicine: The platform would use AI to analyze patient data and provide evidence-based recommendations to healthcare providers. For example, based on your medical history and current vitals, the system could suggest the most effective treatments, flag potential drug interactions, or recommend preventive screenings. This would empower doctors to make faster, more informed decisions, reducing diagnostic errors and improving patient outcomes.
Proactive Health Management: The platform would include a patient-facing dashboard that sends personalized notifications for routine check-ups, vaccinations, and screenings (e.g., annual eye exams, Pap tests, or prostate exams). It could also offer tailored recommendations for diet, fitness, and lifestyle changes based on your health profile. Imagine receiving a notification reminding you to update your height or weight, or prompting you to schedule a flu shot—all in one place.
Seamless Integration: The platform would integrate with existing systems like DPIN (Drug Programs Information Network), hospital scheduling systems, and referral networks. For instance, it could auto-generate prescriptions for prescribers to review and modify or streamline the referral process for specialists like orthodontists or dermatologists. It would also enhance transparency by providing real-time updates on wait times for surgeries, transplants, or diagnostic tests. The system would interface with other systems such as provincial health insurance systems, Hospital EMR systems, pharmacy management systems, laboratory information systems, and medical imaging networks.
Enhanced Accessibility and Portability: By linking the platform to provincial health cards, Canadians would have instant access to their health records wherever they go. This would be particularly beneficial for travelers, newcomers, or those relocating between provinces. No more filling out redundant forms or repeating tests—your health history would follow you, ensuring continuity of care.
The Impact: A Healthier Canada
The benefits of such a system are profound. For patients, it means shorter wait times, fewer medical errors, and more personalized care. For healthcare providers, it means reduced administrative burden, improved decision-making, and better resource allocation. For the system as a whole, it means cost savings, increased efficiency, and enhanced patient satisfaction.
Consider the following potential outcomes:
A 30% reduction in wait times due to streamlined processes and reduced administrative delays.
A 20% decrease in medical errors thanks to comprehensive, up-to-date patient records.
Improved patient outcomes through precision medicine and proactive health management.
Real-World Application
Consider Sarah, a Winnipeg resident experiencing chest pain while visiting family in Halifax. Under the current system, emergency room staff would have limited access to her medical history. With this tool, doctors would instantly access her complete cardiac history, current medications, recent test results, and relevant family history – enabling faster, more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
The Path Forward
Creating this unified health information system requires collaboration between federal and provincial governments, healthcare providers, and technology partners. While the initial investment would be substantial, the long-term benefits in improved patient outcomes, reduced healthcare costs, and enhanced system efficiency would far outweigh the implementation costs.
We have the technology. We have the expertise. What we need now is the collective will to transform Canadian healthcare through digital innovation. Let’s work together to create a connected healthcare system that serves all Canadians, regardless of where they live or seek care.
The little guy finds a family. He found trouble at a young age. He was mocked for his looks. He was ignored as a middle child. Who is looking out for the little guy?
He managed to attend school. He was in pain, but no one cared. He was ridiculed every recess. He was bullied for being different. Who is looking out for the little guy?
He started to become a man. He was expected to show, but no one showed. Adolescence caught up with him, but he was behind. He had a gift no one wanted. Who is looking out for the little guy?
He became the family diamond— All bright, but no one wanted him to shine. He was used, and only one cared. The one who cared passed to glory. Who is looking out for the little guy?
He became a family man. He was working; he was adulting. He thought he had found his heart of gold. But all that glitters is not gold. Who is looking out for the little guy?
He is wrestling with life— Pain upon pain, Distress upon distress, Trouble upon trouble. Who is looking out for the little guy?
The little guy hears the noise. The little guy feels the betrayal. The little guy knows the pain. The little guy shows up anyway. Who is looking out for the little guy?
The little guy is abused. The little guy suffers. The little guy struggles. The little guy accepts fate. Who is looking out for the little guy?
No one cares to hear the little guy. No one tries to help the little guy. No one wants to love the little guy. No one dares to know the little guy. No one is looking for the little guy.
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In today’s complex, dynamic world, having a disruptive mindset is imperative, both for starting a new business venture, growing a business, or protecting existing market dominance. In the current state of disruptive innovation, you either position yourself to disrupt or be disrupted. Every human venture starts from the mind; our thinking faculty and capability. The starting point for all disruptive innovation springs from a single line of thought, and that ‘thought’ transforms into a promising idea that is viable to change the trajectory of an industry
Think Differently If you think the way everybody is thinking, you will likely get the same results everyone gets. But if you dare think differently, you are almost certain to experience a different result. If you look back over the years of great minds that led a disruptive entry into an existing or created a new market, you will notice their thinking pattern is quite different from their peers. Walt Disney revolutionized the entertainment industry by creating a different stream of entertainment, including films, theme parks, and comics.
Think Possibility If you think it is possible, then you are right. If you also think it is impossible, you are also right. You cannot exceed the bandwidth of your thought process and belief. The first time the Wright brothers came up with a business plan to invent the first successful aircraft with unique controls that made the fixed-wing powered flight possible, most people saw impossibility. But the brothers were convinced that this is possible, and the time is ripe. As they thought of a possibility, they made their dream possible.
Think New The challenge for disruptors is that you always have to come up with something new. The way to do this is by thinking new, new ways, new features, new processes, new products, new deals, new partnerships, new markets, new possibilities. Apple revolutionized the world with iPod but has created new products over the years to become the most valued company of all time. Imagine if Apple stopped at iPod because it was one of the successful new devices in the market. Over the years, we have seen new products from Apple like MacBook, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and AirPod.
Think Better There is always the opportunity to make something better. It takes a person with a disruptive mindset to think of making something better. Blackberry was in the smartphone business before Apple and Samsung and were crushing the market globally, but Apple and Samsung displaced them. They make significant sales by creating better smartphones than the incumbent. For your product or service offering, think of better ways to improve them before someone else takes your market share and position
Think Ahead Are you stuck in your current game? A good coach does not think only of the current game but as the next line of games and adjust strategy and player roster where required. The leading disrupting companies of the 21st century, also known as the Exponential Organizations (ExO), are not only thinking about the current state of disruption but the future. The future always favored those who are prepared. Elon Musk is thinking ahead of the culture by infusing AI with the human through Neuralink. Ube is yet to achieve mainstream autonomous service, but the company is already thinking about flying taxi service.
Think About Others There are many businesses out there, who for the goal of profit, eschew all manners of decency, ethics, and humanity. Think about others, think about what negative change you may be introducing to those around you. Think about our planet; we are all stakeholders of mother earth. Think about not only yourself but what you can do for others, your industry, your country, and the world. Let us be ethically and socially responsible.
Think Always The pace of disruptive change places enormous demands to continue to think. Thinking always is a lifestyle for disruptors. It would help if you thought continually think along a different continuum; strategically and tactically, locally and globally, and micro and macro. By thinking always, you can inspire innovation and culture change that will propel in attaining new and sustainable growth. Do not stop thinking; make it a lifestyle. Create the time and the right environment that allows you to think productively.
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