02
Jan
Me, My Piano and I
I started to play the piano when I was around 6 years old. I played every day. Frequently I played for more than 1 hour.
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life in tech
These posts are about balancing a side hustle with life in tech. While that can fuel creativity, diversify income, and enhance skills for tech pros, we need to remember, maintaining work-life harmony is crucial for overall wellbeing.
22
Dec
My first video game
I particularly fell in love with a game that consisted of a mix of different micro games. You could earn money by playing these and then spend it on building a themepark with rollercoasters.
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07
Dec
How to Use Journaling as a Mindfulness Technique
When I journal, I focus on the present moment. I reflect on my thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This isn’t an active pursuit of finding these thoughts and feelings; it is rather a listening exercise.
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05
Dec
Step Away from 10K: Why a Walking Streak is Never a Good Idea
Why do so many of us actually want to walk or run 10,000 steps a day? Where does it come from?
The concept of 10,000 steps was created in 1965 by a Japanese company when they tried to come up with a name for their step meter. They called it Manpo-kei, which means "10,000 steps per meter."
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30
Nov
Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Keeping Up with Technology
We are in the season of big tech conferences. From Web Summit to Ignite and Re:Invent, it is the season of overconsumption, not just in terms of shopping and eating but also in terms of tech news, updates, and announcements.
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26
Nov
Address your fear: How Journaling helps unveil and overcome Imposter Syndrome in Tech
Turn the page on self-doubt: A techie’s guide to using journaling as a tool for confidence and growth
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23
Nov
The Art of Listening: Unlocking the Power of Effective Communication
I learned to really listen for the first time when I was studying for my Advanced Diploma in Executive and Personal Coaching. And let me tell you, it was eye-opening. In this article, I share what I learned, how I applied it since then, and how it can help you as well.
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20
Nov
Rediscovering My Run: A Journey from preparing for an Ultra Marathon to Injury and Back Again"
Embracing the Run: How a Passion Reignited After Years of Recovery and Reflection
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08
Oct
Thoughts are Like Sheep
Sheep, meandering and sometimes erratic, need direction, much like our thoughts. Left unattended, they stray into the unknown. However, with a guiding hand, they find their path. Such is the dynamic between our thoughts and consciousness.
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24
Sep
AI and losing our ability to think critically and independently
Our minds have the potential to be creative and innovative without solely relying on external tools. Relying on AI is easier as it is hard to think, but it might also make our abilities atrophy.
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