Not Your Past

You aren’t your past. We so often dwell on the mistakes we made. Sometimes worse, we define ourselves by our past achievements, continually praising ourselves for something we …

Different Eyes

“Your eyes are different.” These were the first words that my uncle said to me after I arrived home from my first year travelling abroad. That was many …

Surprise Money

I use a separate wallet for travel. And at the end of each trip, I never clean it out. It’s an unintentional habit that always brings a surprise …

Relinquish

There’s something so calming about giving up control and putting your fate in the hands of the gods. Sometimes it comes in the form of trust, other times …

Fanatical

I’ve never been a sports guy. Occasionally I’ll hop on the Oilers bandwagon when they’re in the playoffs but that’s about it. The comradery makes it exciting. Aside …

Questioning Belief

If you have a strong belief in something, spend a few minutes researching the opposing view. So much of our time is spent in an echo chamber. Who …

Straws

The camel’s knees are nearly buckling, and its back is ready to snap. It can’t take any more. We often talk about the breaking point, the moment everything …

Loss

At 6, I didn’t understand. At 10, I couldn’t process. At 14, I was confused. At 17, I felt robbed. And over the years since, I’ve felt it …

Daily

So far, 2024 has been an interesting year. Work, side projects, life — and all of the good and bad that come along with it. It’s been a …

Jaywalking

Jaywalking as a crime is one of my biggest pet peeves. In most countries I’ve travelled to, you cross the road wherever you want. If you’re ignorant enough …