I like the concept of "dance like no one is watching" When no one is watching, we’re more free to express ourselves. We don’t worry about judgement. We can let loose. Be more authentic. Be our true selves. I think that this concept applies to many aspects of life. You can speak like no one … Continue reading Live like nobody is watching
The Power of Positive Constraints
Knowing when to dial back and how to do it One of my worst habits is my ability to perpetually bite off more than I can chew. I have periods of dormancy, where I’m anxious that I don’t have enough work on my plate, and then, feeling this anxiety, I go out and create work … Continue reading The Power of Positive Constraints
Life isn’t that different in a different country
When I travel I like to live in a country for an extended period of time. I don't like to visit a lot of different countries in a short period of time. I like to do this so that I can understand what life is like in that country. See what a day in the … Continue reading Life isn’t that different in a different country
Validate your ideas before you build
The difference between SOME validation vs. ENOUGH validation Creating a business the 2nd time around, after fucking up my first one, has been an interesting experience. I recently shut down the recruitment arm of my business. Was tired of long sales cycles and uncertainty, so I put a stop to it. Then I sat on … Continue reading Validate your ideas before you build
When Work Ethic Works Against You
The downsides of having a strong work ethic, and how it can slow you down… In today’s world, being busy is a looked at as a good thing. In order to be successful you must work hard, bust your ass, and get shit done. If you’re not busy, you’re looked at as lazy or unmotivated. Around … Continue reading When Work Ethic Works Against You
The Most Important Relationship In Life Is the One You Have with Yourself
My favorite book I’ve ever read is “The Art of Happiness”, by the Dhalai Lama and Howard Cutler. This was the first book that taught me about the importance of our inner dialogue. The conversations we have with ourselves. The little voice in your head that talks to you on a day to day basis. … Continue reading The Most Important Relationship In Life Is the One You Have with Yourself
Be Grateful For Your Problems
Why I love when things go wrong... I spent the last 6 months in Rio De Janeiro Brazil in a co-living/working space with other entrepreneurs/digital nomads. It’s my first time working side by side with other people who aren’t directly involved in my own business. It was a fascinating experience to see how, despite having … Continue reading Be Grateful For Your Problems
My Ayahuasca Experience — A Heavenly Hell
The first dose has been taken. Before I jump into the story I want to provide some context of my life and previous experiences — Throughout the last three years I have been seriously practicing meditation. I have completed three Vipassana Meditation courses, twice as a student and once as a volunteer, helping the other meditators. To … Continue reading My Ayahuasca Experience — A Heavenly Hell
Brazilian Insights Pt. 3 — It’s time for a braindumping rant
Insights galore as I live a life of abundance What a wonderful three weeks it’s been! I love the routine I’ve developed for myself. I love the people I interact with and the conversations that we have. I love this city, and so far, it’s loving me back. I don’t really know where to even … Continue reading Brazilian Insights Pt. 3 — It’s time for a braindumping rant
5 Lessons I’ve Learned from 3 Years of Meditation
New Years 2015 I went to Bhopal, India for my first Vipassana meditation retreat. 10 days later I left with a sense of clarity I had never experienced before in my life. 2+ years later and I now practice meditation every day, usually for 1 hour in the morning and 20 minutes at night. I … Continue reading 5 Lessons I’ve Learned from 3 Years of Meditation