2025: Year in Review
Happy New Year! It’s my favorite time of the year where we get the opportunity to reflect and be grateful for the year we’ve had.
Overall, 2025 was pretty great; and it’s my pleasure to share it with you.
Book: How to Know a Person, Learning to See
How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others
Seeing others clearly is the foundation of trust. In this post, David Brooks explores empathy, attention, and the quiet power of presence. It’s a guide to building deeper relationships—at work, at home, and within ourselves.
To know others, you must first learn to see.
Book: Naval’s Almanack, Saving Yourself
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: Saving Yourself
True freedom starts within. In this post, Naval Ravikant shares lessons on clarity, self‑care, meditation, and the courage to walk your own path. It’s a guide to shedding expectations, mastering your mind, and choosing the life only you can live.
The hardest part isn’t doing what you want—it’s knowing what you want.
Book: Naval’s Almanack, Learning Happiness
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: Learning Happiness
Happiness isn’t something you chase—it’s something you choose. Naval Ravikant shares timeless lessons on desire, presence, envy, and the habits that build lasting peace of mind.
Stop chasing the game—start enjoying life.
Book: Hell Yeah or No, “Saying Yes” by Derek Sivers
Hell Yeah or No (Part 7): Saying Yes
Saying yes isn’t about chasing everything—it’s about choosing the right now. In this final post of the series, Derek Sivers explores what makes a great goal, how to find your passion, and why fear is often just excitement in disguise.
Say yes to what moves you. Right now.
Book: Hell Yeah or No, “Fix Faulty Thinking” by Derek Sivers
Hell Yeah or No (Part 6): Fix Faulty Thinking
To grow, you don’t always need more—you sometimes need less. In this post, Derek Sivers challenges outdated beliefs, lazy thinking, and mental rigidity. It’s a call to unlearn, subtract, and move your mind in new directions.
Wisdom isn’t just knowing—it’s letting go.
Book: Hell Yeah or No, “What’s Worth Doing” by Derek Sivers
Hell Yeah or No (Part 5): What’s Worth Doing
What if the best ideas are the ones you overlook? In this post, Derek Sivers’ insights challenge you to share your work, balance passion with practicality, and build a business when there’s real demand.
It’s about meaning, money, and momentum—on your terms.
Book: Hell Yeah or No, “Change Perspective” by Derek Sivers
Hell Yeah or No (Part 4): Change Perspective
Growth begins with humility—Learn to love being wrong, take full ownership of your life, and embrace randomness as a source of wonder. Inspired by Derek Sivers’ Hell Yeah or No, it’s a reminder that changing your view can change your life.
Perspective isn’t passive—it’s a decision.
Book: Hell Yeah or No, “Make Things Happen” by Derek Sivers
Hell Yeah or No (Part 3): Make Things Happen
Speed. Simplicity. Focus. This post explores Derek Sivers’ sharpest ideas on action—from outpacing norms to thinking long-term. It’s about doing more by doing less, unlocking creativity through disconnection, and creating momentum with intention.
Make fewer moves—but make them matter.
Book: Hell Yeah or No, “Saying No” by Derek Sivers
Hell Yeah or No (Part 2): Saying No
What if the answer isn’t “maybe”—but always “no” unless it’s a Hell Yeah? This post dives into Derek Sivers’ provocative ideas on saying no, slowing down, quitting what’s familiar, and staying focused on what truly matters.
Intentional living starts with thoughtful subtraction.
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