Philosophy
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Embracing Life Through Core Principles
My Journey and Vision My life’s journey is shaped by some fundamental principles that influence my decisions, actions, and relationships, paving a path filled with purpose, truth, and fulfillment. These core pillars – consistency, authenticity, gentleness, and mindfulness – define who I am, guiding my interactions and aspirations. Consistency Consistency isn’t just about routine; it’s…
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Balancing Art, Technology, and Humanity
In December 2007, as a young designer working in the book publishing industry, I coined a term that would come to define my approach to technology: technourishment. Back then, the concept was simple (perhaps naively so) – it was about the act of nourishing technology, or the state of being nourished by technology. My iPod,…
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Embracing Authenticity
My Takeaways from Steven Pressfield’s ‘Turning Pro’ Steven Pressfield’s “Turning Pro” [1] was more than just a book; it was a transformative reading. This book isn’t just about professional success; it’s a manifesto for living authentically. As an artist and lifelong learner, I found Pressfield’s insights incredibly relevant [2]. Here are my three key takeaways:…
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My Meditation Practice
I’ve had a meditation practice for over 20 years. Here are three techniques I’ve used for steadying my mind when it’s fatigued, off-center, and unfocused. Personally, I find that the hardest time to choose meditation as a tool is when I need it the most. And over the last 20-something years, this has been my…
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My Inner Critic
It’s too late in the day… …and I’ve yet to submit the post. And my inner critic is saying that I’m not a good writer right now because I don’t have the piece I thought I was going to send out today ready to go. However, the main reason it’s not ready is that I’m…
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The Least Renewable Resource
Money comes and goes (and comes again). But time is something you can never get back. Choose where you focus your energies wisely.
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Phrases or Sayings I Think About Often When…
Things I Think About Often: When I’m learning something new: “The great aim of education is not knowledge but action.” – Herbert Spencer When I think about stopping: “This is the moment when most people stop.” – anonymous When I struggle with being motivated: “Most people don’t care enough to bring about the change they…
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Claiming My Biases
I navigate my life and my work in a deeply thoughtful way. My biases combine to form a careful, intentional creativity aimed at producing lasting, meaningful work. My approach values depth, patience, and timelessness over quick success and fleeing relevance.
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Steven Pressfield’s ‘Do the Work
Staying motivated as an artist can be challenging, especially when faced with self-doubt or creative blocks. Steven Pressfield’s ‘Do the Work’ is a powerful guide to overcoming these obstacles.
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Words I Live By
Last edited: January 29, 2024 The guidelines and biases listed below provide a framework through which I can make big decisions. I also use it recalibrate top priorities. Sharing them publicly scares me because they’re so meaningful and personal. So I’m stepping into the fear (Principle #4) and doing it anyway. My hope is to…