My perspectives.
How to build a Deep Life.
In my pursuit of a deeper life, writing about personal and professional growth allows me to explore what I’m thinking, what I see, and what it means. If it resonates with others or helps them on their own journey, even better.
Below you can explore the complete collection of all my writing. In the first section, you’ll find a link to the archives of my weekly newsletter, Deep Life Reflections, where each week I share five things I’m enjoying and thinking about. In the second section you’ll find all my long-form articles themed around my Pillars.
I welcome your feedback and comments.
Weekly Newsletter
Deep Life Reflections: Friday Five
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Long-Form Articles
A Different Tomorrow: Recognising Our Future Selves
Research reveals that our tastes, values, and personalities evolve significantly over time. However, our ability to anticipate these changes is often hindered by the "end of history illusion"—a psychological phenomenon where we perceive our current selves as final. Failing to comprehend this illusion can lead to significant challenges in our decision-making, particularly in major life choices.
Redefining Success in the Era of ‘Workism’
For many, work has become the cornerstone of one’s identity. But this belief that work by itself can provide a fulfilling life neglects the vital role of other long-standing human needs. By embracing a balanced approach to life, we can pave the way to a deeper, more enriching life.
Find Fulfilment by Focusing on Your Strengths, Not Your Weaknesses
Conventional wisdom says your greatest potential for growth is by working on your weaknesses. But by focusing on your strengths instead, you’ll get the highest rate of return, making you happier, less stressed, and more confident.
Looking Back Teaches Us Lessons For Future Generations
Reaching the thirty-year milestone since turning seventeen, I look back on ten things I’ve learned during those three decades, which may be useful to someone that age today.
Knowing When to Persevere and When to Change Direction
Successful people quit fast and often when they detect a plan is not the best fit with their abilities and interests.
The Importance of Identity in Shaping Our Habits
We often group habits into good and bad. But the distinction isn’t always clear. Instead, we should think of habits as effective or ineffective and figure out which ones are going to help shape our identity into the person we want to become.
The Power of Humility: A Formidable Skill to Navigate the Smart Machine Age
In a society that’s never felt more hyper-aggressive, competitive, and centred on the self, this seems like a timely reminder of the power of humility.
What the Four Virtues of Stoicism Teach Us Today
Courage, justice, temperance and wisdom are the four virtues that underpin stoicism and can help shape our daily lives.
Taking on Procrastination in Our “Age of Distraction”
There is an expectation for us to be “doing things”. Work is our religion. Emails, instant messages, and notifications our daily sermon. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy.