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True Ownership
True ownership requires full-time dedication. I’ve been thinking about this quote that’s attributed to Jeff Bezos that I came across in Working Backwards by Colin Bryar and Bill Carr. The best way to fail at inventing something is by making it somebody’s part-time job. The quote captures the thinking behind Amazon’s Single-Threaded Leadership (STL) approach:… — read more
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“A Bright Cold Day: The Wonder of George Orwell” by Nathan Waddell
I finished A Bright Cold Day: The Wonder of George Orwell by Nathan Waddell, and I can say this plainly: I have developed a healthy obsession with Orwell! I’ll nickname the book ABCD. It made me curious about the person as a whole. Rather than following a conventional biographical approach, Waddell frames Orwell as ‘a… — read more
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My 2025 Reading List
I’m ending 2025 with a list of books I’ve thoroughly enjoyed throughout the year. I read fiction and non-fiction, and almost every genre out there. And I read multiple books at the same time. One can safely say I have an ‘open relationship’ with books! I’ve put together a book collage that includes my annual… — read more
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The Running Ground: My Thoughts
I recently read Nicholas Thompson’s The Running Ground, and I found myself deeply moved and inspired by its honest and insightful exploration of running, resilience, and family. I enjoyed the book immensely, taking extensive notes along the way to capture the many lessons it offers. The book’s honesty and wisdom transcend athletics, offering lessons that… — read more
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“The Running Ground” by Nicholas Thompson
I finished reading The Running Ground by Nicholas Thompson today. I will spend the weekend writing a lengthier post about it. For now, I want to express how intellectually rich the book is. The Running Ground is a heartfelt story of father and son, showing how their shared love for running connects them across generations… — read more
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In the Mood for: John Keats
Some days call for a touch of romance, and today, I find myself drawn to the timeless words of John Keats. His letters and poems to Fanny Brawne have always felt like a warm embrace—poignant, tender, and filled with yearning. To accompany the journey, I’ve curated a playlist to match the mood: soft, reflective, and… — read more
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My Bonsai Journey and Takashi Kamihara’s Book
My bonsai tree from the Netherlands arrived on November 14. It’s a fig (ficus) bonsai that I have yet to name. You may wonder why I’ve developed a sudden interest in bonsai. Well, I’ve always been fascinated by these miniature trees but felt the timing wasn’t right to get into it. Now, however, the timing… — read more
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“THE MEANING IN THE MAKING” BY SEAN TUCKER (ii)
This is post 2/2 from reading Sean Tucker’s book, The Meaning in the Making. I’ve finished my second summer read, The Meaning in the Making, by Sean Tucker. The book is ‘delicious’ and ‘meaty,’ and there is so much ‘food for thought’ that I wish to share them all here. But I’ve picked this quote… — read more
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“THE MEANING IN THE MAKING” BY SEAN TUCKER (i)
This is post 1/2 from reading Sean Tucker’s book, The Meaning in the Making. What we make will come out of who we are, and the work that inspires us will shape us.” —p.48 I’m diving into my second summer read, The Meaning in the Making by Sean Tucker, and it’s already sparked some serious… — read more
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“The 3 Alarms” by Eric Partaker
The 3 Alarms by Eric Partaker is a transformative guide that intertwines his personal narrative with practical advice on achieving peak performance in three critical domains of life: health, wealth, and relationships. Partaker’s journey from a high-flying executive on the brink of a health catastrophe to a balanced life of achievement and personal fulfillment forms… — read more
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