February 2024

The word “exalt” means to raise in rank, character, or status; to elevate by praise or in estimation. It’s often used to describe lifting someone or something to a higher…

Yesterday, I spent most of the day indoors because of the rain, and decided to use it as an excuse to cull through some of my old photographs, trying to…

I keep noticing this trend towards the “Hoka” shoes, and all of these weird shoes with really thick soles. I see a lot of people limping around wearing these and…

“Deus vult” and “Insha’Allah” share similarities in that both phrases express a submission to the will of God, but they come from very different cultural and religious contexts and have…

The more you walk the same streets every day, the more you get to know the lay of the land. Understanding the patterns that occur as people converge on street…

Don’t think, just shoot.

Thoughts

When interacting with people, it’s often better to talk about yourself and your own experiences rather than focusing on others. My simple heuristic: Don’t talk about others. Whether it’s acquaintances,…

Maybe it’s best to assume you won’t wake up in the morning before you go to bed. With this in mind, it becomes easier to focus on what truly matters…

I believe minimalism is a powerful approach to everyday life. It’s about subtracting the unnecessary—whether it’s excessive phone use, TV, Internet, or social media. Even in your diet, removing processed…