Don't let anyone's programming (including yours) to discourage you
Unpacking people’s responses as a reflection of who they are—not you.
Life is too short to not enjoy
Reminding ourselves that life tomorrow isn’t guaranteed with the story of my dad’s colleague who passed away just hours after his retirement party.
It's easy to be confident when things are going well
Our challenge is to find peace in the storm—loving, believing in, and encouraging ourselves when it’s hardest to do so.
I am worthy of more ✨
Realizing I’ve been playing it small because of the mental framework I’ve been operating under and deciding I want to play differently.
I trust in my own timing ✨
Everyone else seems to be doing everything right and even though they seem farther ahead, it’s okay.
Why do you blog (or write)?
For my fellow bloggers and writers, what drives you pursue the written word?
Reflection after being home for two weeks
Taking a moment to reflect on the past 8 months of travel.
I'm one-third through my life (if I'm lucky)
Visualizing your life in weeks to see how many weeks have past and how many you have left is a sobering reminder that life is truly precious.
Rejection always hurts but it no longer dictates my happiness
I got rejected from an opportunity I was really excited about but nothing has really changed.
The makings of a good life
A summary of nine things that I think contribute to a good life.
What is your passion?
Sharing why I hate this question and how it has and continues to haunt me.
Daily practices to enable exponential growth
How small practices lead to much bigger and better things, greater than the sum of the parts.
Why we fail: a lesson from startups
Drawing on my startup experience, I discuss what causes us to fail—in the case of growing businesses and as people.
One month countdown until I return home
Discussing the mixed emotions of leaving Korea and returning home in the next month.
Getting outside in nature is good for the soul
Spending time outside in nature has been so incredibly refreshing, especially as a I explore some of Korea’s most beautiful natural landscapes.
Consistency is the not-so-secret "secret sauce" to success and is also my nemesis
Getting real about one of my biggest challenges—staying consistent.
Two month countdown until I go back home, pt. 2
Sharing some of the things I’ve done, experienced, and accomplished during my mini retirement so far.
Two month countdown until I go back home, pt. 1
I’m getting closer to the end of my mini retirement and feeling the pressure.
Looking in the mirror: a few brutally honest self reflections
Getting honest with myself and it isn’t all pretty.