My perspectives.
How to build a Deep Life.
In my pursuit of a deeper life, writing about personal and professional growth allows me to explore what I’m thinking, what I see, and what it means. If it resonates with others or helps them on their own journey, even better.
Below you can explore the complete collection of all my writing. In the first section, you’ll find a link to the archives of my weekly newsletter, Deep Life Reflections, where each week I share five things I’m enjoying and thinking about. In the second section you’ll find all my long-form articles themed around my Pillars.
I welcome your feedback and comments.
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Long-Form Articles
![Building a Mind for Life - Part 1: Rethinking Our Beliefs About Ageing](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b6c4bb8600ca35c8e73e11/b655981d-8a71-4a06-a1eb-5925f8b2af67/Mind.jpeg)
Building a Mind for Life - Part 1: Rethinking Our Beliefs About Ageing
In this special three-part series, I’m going to explore what it takes to build a mind for life. In this first part, we explore our current beliefs about ageing. Then we’ll look at how taking control of our health can strengthen our minds. In the final part, we’ll learn how the power of our social bonds affects our feelings and emotional health. We have three things to work on: what we believe, how we take care of ourselves, and our relationships.
![A Different Tomorrow: Recognising Our Future Selves](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b6c4bb8600ca35c8e73e11/765a3de4-522b-4061-9e35-f4e68c87cbd6/A+Different+Tomorrow.jpg)
A Different Tomorrow: Recognising Our Future Selves
Research reveals that our tastes, values, and personalities evolve significantly over time. However, our ability to anticipate these changes is often hindered by the "end of history illusion"—a psychological phenomenon where we perceive our current selves as final. Failing to comprehend this illusion can lead to significant challenges in our decision-making, particularly in major life choices.
![The Power of Optimism: Breaking Free From the Pull of Pessimism](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b6c4bb8600ca35c8e73e11/1678160437330-K8PH7NMEDXF79UOY53KM/The+Power+of+Optimism.jpg)
The Power of Optimism: Breaking Free From the Pull of Pessimism
Stories of doom and pessimism command our attention, but can lead to negative beliefs and negative self-images, impacting our health and well-being. Through self-awareness and embracing a more optimistic outlook, we can find our path to personal growth.
![Find Fulfilment by Focusing on Your Strengths, Not Your Weaknesses](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b6c4bb8600ca35c8e73e11/1675049159581-YQS40AKSJMWE9QTQBVNA/Arrow.jpg)
Find Fulfilment by Focusing on Your Strengths, Not Your Weaknesses
Conventional wisdom says your greatest potential for growth is by working on your weaknesses. But by focusing on your strengths instead, you’ll get the highest rate of return, making you happier, less stressed, and more confident.
![Looking Back Teaches Us Lessons For Future Generations](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b6c4bb8600ca35c8e73e11/1669622740995-O98IQIL3Z9NM6OQYPH47/Reflection.jpg)
Looking Back Teaches Us Lessons For Future Generations
Reaching the thirty-year milestone since turning seventeen, I look back on ten things I’ve learned during those three decades, which may be useful to someone that age today.