Essays
Deep Life Essays
On Living More Deliberately.
Writing is how I make sense of what I’m thinking, what I see, and what it means. These essays reflect my ongoing exploration of identity, change, technology, resilience, attention, and craft — and how we can better understand and find our place in the modern world, living with more depth and intention.
Below you’ll find a complete collection of my essays. You can also browse my weekly newsletter, Deep Life Reflections, or search by keyword or theme.
I always welcome your thoughts or comments.
Essays
When Growth Isn’t The Way Forward
Two very different views of success can teach us what growth really costs.
How Reading Helps Us Become Less Distracted and Produce Things That Matter
Uninterrupted focus is increasingly rare, but reading can strengthen our concentration and create more things of value in our lives.
How the “Flow State” Can Boost Productivity and Creativity
In our distracted and anxious work lives, cultivating a regular flow state offers six key benefits to enhance professional performance.
Taking a Smarter Approach to How We Work and Live
Despite greater autonomy in our workdays, the rise in burnout suggests the need for smarter, more intentional approaches to how we work and live.