As Ramadan approaches, Muslims around the world prepare their hearts before they prepare their tables. In Indonesia, one meaningful tradition before entering the holy month is salam-salaman — a moment of shaking hands, asking forgiveness, and cleansing the heart from past mistakes. At Rumah Tempe Indonesia (RTI) , this tradition is not just ceremonial. It is deeply personal. The Meaning Behind Salam-Salaman Before the first day of fasting, our team gathers, from production staff to management standing in a circle, looking into one another’s eyes. One by one, we shake hands and say: "Mohon maaf lahir dan batin." (Please forgive me, physically and spiritually.) Ramadan teaches self-discipline, but it begins with humility. We believe fasting is not only about controlling hunger and thirst; it is about entering the month with a clean heart. Salam-salaman becomes our collective reset button. More Than a Ritual, It Is Culture At RTI, we work closely together every day in ...
Leadership is often seen in offices, meetings, and big decisions. But the hardest leadership role happens at home. It happens in quiet moments. In late-night thoughts. In conversations that never feel finished. In marriage, leadership is not about control. It is about patience, responsibility, and emotional strength. It is about choosing love even when you are tired. Between Softness and Firmness Love is not always gentle. Sometimes, love must be firm. Too much softness becomes weakness. Too much firmness becomes distance. A good leader learns to balance both. To embrace when needed. To correct when necessary. To speak when silence no longer helps. This balance is the true test of family leadership. The Hidden Struggle at Home Many people succeed outside. They work hard. They achieve more. They inspire others. But at home, they struggle to be understood. Small misunderstandings grow. Fatigue becomes frustration. Love becomes complicated. Still, they stay. Not because i...