Here I am, stuck in the usual overthinking loop, scrutinising every word until it feels just right. Writing isn’t my strong suit, but I’m giving it a shot anyway. This overthinking habit of mine not only slows me down but also turns simple tasks into complex ones.

Despite usually being good with time management, I often feel overwhelmed by deadlines and tasks. No matter how hard I try to prioritise and stay organised, there’s always a lot going on in my head that leaves me feeling stuck and exhausted.

I’m working on it.

Speaking of challenges, I’m bringing back my Monday Starter blog series. It’s wild to think I’m already at number 78! Will I hit 100 by the end of 2024?

Forget wondering—I’ll make it happen.

It’s been forever since the last one—Monday Starter #77 was back in 2021!

Tokyo, 2022

I’m not sure if anyone’s tuning in, but that’s cool. This is my space, my personal journal, and it’s always been that way.

There are three big reasons why I’m pushing myself to keep this photo blog—which I call a “journal” because it sounds a bit more refined—up and running:

• I love taking photos and want a place to showcase them.
• I’ve invested years into this website, probably close to a decade. It’s filled with posts and images, and letting go now would mean abandoning a huge part of my creative journey.
• I need to maximise this platform by consistently writing and blogging. Who knows where this could lead?

What I’m watching: Constellation on Apple TV+. 

Figuring out what’s really going on with these intriguing characters and what they’re all going through offers more questions than answers and can be frustrating to watch. But  you’re right there with them (painfully) discovering and trying to make sense of the mystery themselves.

A quote I’m pondering on: “There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.” - Margaret Wheatley

A self-portrait taking during Melbourne’s lockdown in 2020.

I make it a point to visit London at least once a year, often using it as a transit point for our European adventures. The city offers a delightful canvas for street photography, observation, and capturing moments. Recently, my focus has shifted towards a more nuanced appreciation of shadows.