Thoughts on Life, Work, and the Quiet Side of Success

People love setting goals. A quick scroll through Pinterest reveals thousands of beautifully designed vision boards and goal lists—many of them never acted upon. Why? Because setting goals is the easy part. It feels productive, it’s exciting, and it gives us a sense of direction. But following through? That’s...

If you’ve ever read articles online about video games, chances are you’ve come across glowing headlines praising their “benefits”—improved reflexes, sharper thinking, better problem-solving skills, and even social connection. But is that the whole story? What many people don’t realize is that the gaming industry is one of the...

For many, gaming is just a casual pastime — a way to relax and unwind for a short while each day. But for others, it’s seen as an unhealthy habit, a time sink, or even an addiction. Often, the loudest complaints come from concerned parents watching their children spend...

To many people, gaming seems like a waste of time — even a sign of laziness. Those who don’t play, especially parents, often view video games through a negative lens. But is gaming really making people lazy and irresponsible? Ask gamers, and you’ll hear a different story. Many claim...

Are you spending more time scrolling TikTok than actually living your life? More and more people are trading real-world activities — like learning, building relationships, and improving their mental or physical health — for endless swiping on short videos. The result? Burnout, brain fog, decreased focus, and fading social...

If you’re constantly fighting off distractions and struggling to stay focused, you’re not alone. In the digital age, focus has become one of the most valuable—and rare—skills. For years, I’ve experimented with dozens of productivity tools.Timers, to-do lists, browser blockers—you name it. But nothing has helped me lock in...

“If I had six hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend the first four sharpening the axe.” — Abraham Lincoln. I couldn’t agree more. In this article, I’ll share with you my own version of “sharpening the axe.” But in my case, the axe is the brain. When...

We all have the same 24 hours in a day, yet the outcomes we achieve in life vary dramatically. When I was a kid, people kept telling me that hard work was the key to success. But I saw my mom working two jobs—and we were still poor. Later,...

If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you probably know I’m obsessed with productivity. A while back, I had a realization: we only get 24 hours in a day. And I didn’t want to wait until retirement to start enjoying life—I wanted to enjoy it now. Over...