How to Unruin Your Own Life
Life isn’t ruined by one big mistake—it’s ruined by the small, quiet choices you make every day.
Why the Present Is Harder to Live Than the Past or Future
Why is it so hard to live in the present moment? We avoid the "now" because it demands courage to feel. Discover the 3 harsh, essential truths about choosing reality over distraction.
Are You Waiting for the Perfect Moment or Hiding From It?
Stop Hiding. Say It Now. No Regrets.
Buy Later, Regret Less: What Patience Teaches Us About Spending
The rush of an impulse purchase is fleeting, but the feeling of regret can last. By simply waiting, you discover the difference between a passing want and a lasting choice.
Why I Love Driving
I've come to think of driving as therapy. This essay explores how the open road can be a guide to finding inner peace and learning valuable lessons about life, patience, and forgiveness.
What Walking Long Distances Taught Me About Patience
I learned something: I am not as patient as I thought. Walking does not offer quick wins. Patience is not just about waiting; it is about how you wait. It is about how you show up and keep moving when progress is invisible.
Do You Wish Time to Fly or to Feel Slow?
The real question is not about speed, whether time drags or flies. But it is about your presence in it. The unconscious time is what we should fear.
Why You React Faster Than You Reflect
This article explores why we react faster than we reflect, driven by ego and emotion. It highlights how pausing and cultivating self-awareness can transform impulsive behaviors into thoughtful, empathetic responses across all aspects of life, fostering intentional choices and personal growth.
How Walking Inspires My Journaling Practice
I walk to meet my thoughts. Amidst life's noise, thoughts get buried by endless distractions. Walking removes these, creating a calming rhythm for deep thinking. Time slows, allowing you to hear what you've been too busy or afraid to notice.
Depth of Field on the Board: Why Every Piece Has Its Place
A chessboard's depth of field mirrors life, where every element and decision has crucial significance. Understanding each "piece" clarifies strategy, highlighting interconnectedness and purpose in your life's overall picture.
Why Sharing My Work Feels Like Sharing My Soul
Sharing personal work often feels like sharing one's soul because it embodies vulnerability, fears, and hopes. It's an act of courageous exposure, where creations are deeply intertwined with the creator's identity. This process necessitates overcoming self-doubt and the fear of judgment, ultimately fostering connection when the work resonates with others.
Manual Mode or Auto Mode?: Taking Control of Your Settings
"Manual Mode" living, inspired by photography, advocates for intentional choices over automatic reactions. By consciously adjusting our "settings"—like setting boundaries (aperture) and reducing reactivity (ISO)—we can slow down, increase presence, and create a more meaningful life, rather than just reacting to external stimuli.
The Day I Sold My Luxury Watch and What It Revealed
Selling a luxury watch revealed that true value lies beyond material possessions. The author, who bought it for perceived success, found it became a burden. The experience taught him that real wealth is found in family, health, and peace of mind, not in expensive items.
What if Your Life Is Already a Masterpiece, Just Unedited
Your life is an unedited masterpiece. Embrace its imperfections and appreciate the present journey, recognising its inherent value without constant revision.
Why Simple Meals Can Be the Most Beautiful
Simple meals can be the most beautiful, embodying nourishment and care rather than complexity. They highlight the creativity in restraint and the joy found in homemade imperfections. The piece encourages savouring and appreciating these moments, often reflecting a deeper love and effort.
How to Savour Your Meals and Your Life
Savouring meals and life involves shifting from a fast-paced culture to a mindful approach. Rushing through meals, often multitasking, can lead to health issues. Being present while eating and giving oneself time to enjoy food is crucial. Slowing down is a necessity, not a luxury, for overall well-being, even amidst the challenges of a fast-paced world.
The Joy of Shooting with a Single Prime Lens
Shooting with just one prime lens enhances creativity and presence. This approach compels photographers to engage more deeply with their subjects and to compose shots with greater intention. By working within the limitations of a single tool, it fosters a profound appreciation for simplicity, reinforcing the idea that less truly is more in both photographic practice and in life generally.
Why We Fear Being Alone
Our fear of being alone often stems from societal conditioning and a habit of using distractions to avoid self-reflection. Embracing intentional solitude is key to self-discovery and personal growth.
Why You Miss Your Childhood More Than You Think
Our longing for childhood stems from its uncomplicated freedom and joy, a stark contrast to adult life's demands. Reclaim this childlike essence by appreciating the present.
Why We Fear Boredom: A Mirror We Avoid
Our fear of boredom stems from avoiding self-reflection. We constantly fill time to escape uncomfortable truths. Embrace boredom as a vital mirror for self-discovery and clarity.