Long Journeys, Restless Energy, and Seeds of Patience 24th August

The Train RideThe day began on the train, and to my surprise, it was pleasant. I leaned into podcasts — first the Sean Reiner show with Chris, the ex-SAS soldier, then an episode with AJ Gentile. One long journey flowed into the next, stories of discipline and challenge pulling me back to the thought: when […]

Holiday or Discipline? Reflections on Flow and Impermanence 23rd August

Editing and Shifting RoutinesI spent the morning editing videos and slides to match the new PDFs — a productive rhythm, even in this makeshift holiday. It had me asking: what is a holiday? I took a trip away from my everyday habits, and it spun me a little. It’s difficult to stay disciplined when routines […]

Planting New Seeds: From Negativity to Renewal 21st August

Morning RestlessnessThe day began with impatience. At the hotel, I didn’t want to wait for the bike, and the breakfast felt unappealing. I took a tuk-tuk, restless, searching for something better. A café with great reviews didn’t impress me, and no matter what was in front of me, I couldn’t see it as enough. I […]

Trains, Serendipity, and the Practice of Presence – 20th August

The Uncertainty of TravelThis morning I couldn’t focus, knowing I had a long train journey ahead. Part of me wasn’t even sure if I’d get on — the train system felt unclear, and I was caught in the tension between preparing fully and leaving space for uncertainty. The man I rent my motorbike from called, […]