Working in tech (primarily in IT & InfoSec), I’ve found myself wearing many hats that involve coding. While I’m not a software engineer by trade, I’ve built everything from WordPress sites from scratch to microSaaS applications, automation, and creative coding projects. Lately, something’s been eating at me: this nagging guilt every time I use AI…

Based on the OpenAI documentation for the ChatGPT Scheduled Tasks feature, I’d like you to consider my goals of improving productivity, saving time, and enhancing both my personal and professional life. Please focus on leveraging the scheduled tasks feature specifically to: 1. Suggest actionable and personalized tasks I could schedule that align with my work…

Working in tech, I get to play with a lot of different AI tools, and it’s been fascinating to see how they’ve transformed my work and life over time. Even helping me to manage and improve social interactions and human relationships.ChatGPT alone has completely changed how I handle daily tasks – it’s improved everything from…

I’ve always wanted to create a proper preference center for my newsletter subscribers. A preference center isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s how you show subscribers you respect their choices and time. Whether it’s letting them unsubscribe easily or tailor how often they hear from you, it’s key to building trust. My first attempt was what…

When I first dove into personal development, I found myself confused by the various frameworks people kept referencing. Two of the most common—the Wheel of Life and the Pillars of Life—seemed surprisingly similar at first glance. But as I applied them over the years, I realized how they serve different purposes and can work together…

You know that frustrating moment when you try to make dinner at a friend’s house, but something’s not quite right? Maybe they don’t have that specific spice you need, or their oven runs hotter than yours, or they’re missing that one crucial tool. Suddenly, your perfectly practiced recipe isn’t turning out the way it does…

Website rendering is one of those concepts that often gets explained with unnecessary complexity. As a developer working with various frameworks, I’ve noticed there’s a disconnect between how we talk about rendering and how it actually works. Ever wonder how your JavaScript code transforms into what users see in their browsers? Or why some websites…

Have you ever met someone who seems to have an endless wealth of knowledge about various different subjects? Ever wondered how they got that way? The answer might not be what you think – it’s often more about curiosity than natural intelligence. People are always intrigued that I have an infinite amount of information about…

Recently, while working on one of my WordPress sites, I kept getting database errors every time I tried to upload a post. The weird thing was, this only happened on one of my three WordPress sites—all set up the same way through one-click installations. After some investigation, I discovered something interesting: the posts that failed…

Have you ever felt completely trapped by your financial situation? I’ve been thinking a lot about how money—or the lack of it—can create this powerful sense of being stuck, especially when combined with other life challenges. Recently, after conversations with friends facing similar struggles, I’ve noticed how universal this experience is, yet how differently it…

Have you ever noticed how people often use “introspection” and “self-reflection” interchangeably? I sure did. That is until life threw me into situations where I had to learn the crucial difference between these two ways of understanding ourselves. While self-reflection helps us evaluate our actions and their impact on the world, introspection takes us deeper—it’s…

The other day, I was making tea in my kitchen, and without even thinking, I automatically reached for the red tap for hot water. It’s something we all do instinctively, right? But then I paused and really thought about it – isn’t it fascinating how we all just know that red means “hot” and blue…

Have you ever wondered why sitting by the ocean or walking through a forest feels so naturally calming? Or why can even a simple houseplant brighten up your whole space? There’s actually a scientific explanation for these feelings – it’s called biophilia. 🌿 What is Biophilia? Biophilia literally means “love of life,” and it describes…

I’ve been fascinated lately by the concept of fallacies – those sneaky flaws in reasoning that can make weak arguments seem totally convincing. But before we dive into examples, let’s get clear on what exactly a fallacy is. A fallacy is a flaw in reasoning or argumentation that makes an argument invalid or weak. Fallacies…

Ever wonder how different cultures approach life’s biggest challenges? Throughout my travels and studies, I’ve discovered that ancient wisdom often holds the key to modern living. These fifteen philosophies and frameworks from around the world have transformed how I navigate life’s complexities. African Wisdom 🇰🇪 HarambeeHarambee is a Kenyan principle centered on collective effort and…

🌅 From Racing the Clock to Reclaiming My Time Every morning felt like a race. No matter how fast I worked, I barely had time to keep up with the demands at the bakery. Have you ever felt like there aren’t enough hours in the day? That’s where I was—constantly stretched thin, especially with my…

“Hey, where’s the latest version of the security audit?” “Which folder has the API documentation?” “Did anyone save the backup of that configuration file?” Sound familiar? I’ve been there too. After a particularly stressful incident where our team spent three hours looking for a critical configuration file (which turned out to be named ‘final_FINAL_v2_actually_final.conf’), I…

Ever feel like life’s challenges are simply too big to handle alone? I’ve been there, feeling like the weight of the world is on my shoulders. But I’ve also learned that leaning on others can be the difference between sinking and swimming. When life gets rough, having a support network isn’t just comforting—it’s essential. 💪…

Ever wondered why deep work feels impossible when you’re caught in a cycle of negative thoughts? Whether you’re preparing for a crucial presentation or tackling an important project, rumination can derail even our most focused efforts.