An observation and savory breakfast

I had a casual chat with a female colleague who’s few years younger than me approaching 40s. We started the conversation about the need to get annual checkup, which she seems anxious to do as it might detect something. I’m a big proponent of detect early and act accordingly and follow a healthy lifestyle to … Continue reading An observation and savory breakfast →

Feeling the shift of focus

Since we got back from Bali and transitioned to work, every night the girls would ask me before bed, how was your day? What was the best of your day? First thing comes to mind is what I did at work, and I'd say "busy". Sofia would ask: was it a good day? I'd say … Continue reading Feeling the shift of focus →

Key takeaways and what I did

I finished Die with Zero in 48 hrs, absolutely loved it. I feel like I was already kind of doing that but wasn't sure. So it's more a validation of how I carry my life, rationalize it, and learned new insights from him. My key takeaways: Life is about accumulation of experiences, not monetary wealth. … Continue reading Key takeaways and what I did →

Impact of stress

While I didn’t feel I was stressed for our move, my body was letting me know. I finally got back to “normal” so ready to share my journey. I got sick mid- November as you recall, started with stomach pain, then potentially stomach flu and went through a cycle of antibiotics to treat it. Then … Continue reading Impact of stress →

15 Little things that bring me joy

Inspired by Elizabeth, I thought of sharing the list I found in my 2022 journals. This will be a list that I want to track in 2023 as well. Finding the perfect non diary milk for my coffee Simple food after vacation. Bok Choy with tofu never tasted that good. Walk in the early morning … Continue reading 15 Little things that bring me joy →