Hi, I’m Jone Lee
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Are you in a Tribe?

There was a time, not too long ago, when people didn’t need apps to connect.

They had firesides.

In every village, people would gather around the crackling fire—elders sharing stories, children listening wide-eyed, friends reflecting on their day. These weren’t just moments of warmth and light; they were community. They were connection. A place to belong.

Fast forward to the digital age.

We swapped firesides for timelines. We gained access to millions but lost the intimacy of a few. We could talk to someone across the world with a single click, but struggled to talk to the person next door. Our lives became more efficient, but often less human.

Then came COVID.

The pandemic forced us apart—and pushed us further online. Zoom calls replaced office chatter. Livestreams stood in for concerts. Digital spaces became the only spaces. At first, it felt like innovation. Then it started to feel like isolation.

And that’s when something interesting happened.

We began to crave what we once had.

Not just connection—but real, human, physical presence.

People started seeking each other out again. But this time, they didn’t just want to “hang out.” They wanted purpose. Intention. Belonging.

The modern community meetup was born.

The Rise of the New Fireside

Today, it’s painting sessions in art cafés.

It’s 7am fitness meetups that end with coffee and conversation.

It’s book clubs on rooftops, DJ nights with strangers who become friends, and quiet coworking sessions where productivity feels communal.

It’s entrepreneurs gathering to share wins, vent frustrations, and dream bigger.

It’s not nostalgia—it’s necessity.

These modern-day tribes are our attempt to remember that we are not just users, followers, or subscribers. We are people. And we thrive in proximity to others who see us, get us, and grow with us.

My Communities, My Catalysts

I speak from experience.

I’ve found myself in rooms where nobody knew my name, but everyone understood my path. From the Attic Chapter, a space for young, driven entrepreneurs, to Arata, an accountability community that has redefined how I approach my work and discipline. From my gym tribe that pushes me physically, to Enkare Oltau, a volunteering community that grounds me in service—every one of these spaces has shaped me.

They’ve given me more than support. They’ve offered perspective.

I’ve learned from people ahead of me, mentored those a few steps behind, and discovered friendships I never expected. In these rooms, we share resources, trade wisdom, and remind each other that we’re not building alone.

Why Community Still Matters

In a world that moves fast and often feels loud, community slows us down. It invites depth over noise. Presence over performance.

It’s where you can show up without a filter.

Ask questions without judgment.

Dream bigger—because someone else already sees it in you.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected, scattered, or just tired of scrolling endlessly, maybe it’s time to find your tribe ,your people.

Look for the communities where people speak your language. Join the spaces that energize you, not just entertain you. And if you can’t find one—create it. Because someone out there is looking for it too.

Learning never stops.
Take a moment to reflect and act on what resonates with you.
Keep Shinning.

– MJ Nyota

My Journey to Clarity

There was a season in my life where everything looked like motion, but inside, I felt stuck. I was building, creating, showing up every day—but I often asked myself: Am I clear on where I’m going, or am I just moving because I don’t know how to stop?

The truth is, I was doing a lot. But clarity isn’t about activity. It’s about alignment.

I’ve always been a curious person. I read books, listen to podcasts, and write to reflect. I love asking questions—of myself, of others, of the world. But even with all that exploration, I realized something was missing: direction. I wasn’t lost. I was between identities.

Let Me Explain:

Clarity isn’t something you find once and keep forever. It’s something you build by living, learning, and listening to your inner voice. But in the noise of ambition, expectations, and self-doubt, that voice can get drowned out.

I had to go inward. I had to ask hard questions:

• What do I truly care about?
• What kind of impact do I want to make?
• What does success look like for me, not for the world?

And more importantly—what breaks my heart enough to make me want to do something about it?

Let’s Deep Dive:

The Thrill of Self-Discovery

What started as confusion became curiosity. I wasn’t broken. I was evolving. Like a sculptor chipping away at stone, I began to shape my identity by removing what didn’t belong. Slowly, my values became clear: wisdom, faith, community, wellness, integrity, and creativity.

Clarity came through action. Not perfect action—just movement. I created my podcast to think out loud. I started a newsletter to reflect weekly. I launched platforms like KOMM to help others build and grow their communities. In doing so, I discovered more about myself than I ever could by just thinking.

Bringing It Home:

Clarity doesn’t come in a lightning bolt. It comes in whispers. It grows when you pay attention, when you slow down enough to ask yourself better questions, and when you stay honest about the gap between who you are and who you’re becoming.

Today, I am not just a founder or a creator. I am a lifelong learner. A community builder. A storyteller. And most of all, someone committed to helping others evolve and shine—all the way.

Your Turn:

What season are you in? Are you chasing clarity or building it?
Take a moment this week to write down your values, your curiosities, and your questions. Start there. That’s how the journey begins.

Learning never stops.
Take a moment to reflect and act on what resonates with you.
Keep Shinning.
– MJ Nyota

The Journey of Inner Strength

There once was a man with calloused hands and a quiet life.
Each morning, he climbed the mountain with his tools, cutting stones with steady patience. He didn’t have riches, servants, or status—just sweat, strength, and a sense of purpose.

But one day, everything shifted.

While delivering stone to a wealthy merchant’s mansion, he paused. The marble floors. The silk robes. The gentle life.

And a voice inside him whispered, “You could be more.”

Let Me Explain:

The parable of the stonecutter is a tale that echoes deep truths about human desire and the illusion of power.
Each time the stonecutter saw someone more “powerful” than himself—first the rich man, then the king, the sun, the cloud, and the mountain—he wished to become them.

But power kept shifting.

Until one day, as a mighty mountain, he felt the sharp strike of a tool at his base.

A stonecutter.
Just like the man he once was.

The full circle revealed the truth: the power he sought was within him all along.

Let’s Deep Dive:

1. The Cycle of Comparison
We chase titles, wealth, influence.
We see someone with more and assume they are better, stronger, freer. But often, they are not happier. They’re just on a different chapter of the same book.

2. The Illusion of Power
From the sun to the cloud, from the king to the mountain—every role seemed mighty until it was challenged.
There’s always something “greater.” Until you realize, strength isn’t about position. It’s about presence.

3. The Quiet Power Within
The stonecutter was overlooked. Ordinary.
But he shaped mountains. He carved beauty. He created foundations others stood on.

What if you’re not small?

What if you’re just in the part of the story where your power hasn’t been fully realized?

Bringing It Home:

You may be wishing for a new title, a better role, a “higher” place in life.

But before you chase the next identity—pause.

Maybe, just maybe, you’re already the mountain.
Maybe, the strength you’ve been seeking is already in your hands.

The stonecutter teaches us this:
Don’t underestimate the power of becoming, simply because it doesn’t come with a crown.

Your Turn:

What identity are you chasing right now?
What would happen if, instead of looking outward, you honored the role you’re already playing?

Reflect on it.
Write it down.
And maybe—just maybe—you’ll realize:
You’ve been powerful all along.

Learning never stops.
Take a moment to reflect and act on what resonates with you.
Keep evolving.
– MJ Nyota