I watch boxes filled with years—photographs, pens, notebooks—carried out of buildings without ceremony. This is the violence of sudden absence. When they tell my colleagues to leave, there are no reasons that hold light. When they speak of destroying entire departments, I examine each word for a crack to climb through. There is none

Failure and rejections teach resilience and adaptation, while unfulfilled promises highlight the need for critical evaluation and self-reliance. Embracing the joy and pain of "keep on keeping on" helps maintain momentum and fosters a long-term perspective, understanding that growth is non-linear and akin to dancing, with its steps forward and backward. This persistence is essential for a fulfilling journey in public health.

Oral Health Now is a platform where we share bite-sized stories about oral health, open knowledge resources, and much more. Our goal is not just to inform but to inspire, offering insights and opportunities to collaborate in a way that sparks positivity and action. So, we can make our journey joyable and finish it strong.

Remembering Benjamin Lozare