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1.17.25: Mini Games
In big games like The Witcher 3 or Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, you’ll find these amazing mini-games, like Gwent or Valhalla’s dice game. Honestly, it blows my mind that someone out there took the time to craft an entire game within a game. They built the rules, figured out how to make it balanced, and somehow made it fun enough to feel like a fully fleshed-out experience. It’s a level of creativity and dedication that deserves serious respect. Hats off to you, random developer, for going the extra mile and adding that extra layer of depth to an already incredible world.
1.16.25: Nature vs. Nurture
I’ve always loved nature vs. nurture debates—they can be applied to almost any topic, but at their core, they’re about what makes us human. Are we the product of our upbringing and the lessons we’re taught, or is who we are—and the choices we make—predetermined, written into our DNA from the start? It’s fascinating to think about whether we’re shaped by the environment around us or if we’re simply unfolding into who we were always meant to be. Maybe it’s both. Either way, it’s a question that cuts right to the heart of what it means to exist.
1.15.25: Subscribe-as-a-Service
Subscriptions are slowly killing consumers' wallets and patience. The days of paying once and owning something outright are long gone. Now, everything is offered as "blank-as-a-service," from software to video games, trapping us in endless monthly fees. It’s frustrating, unsustainable, and frankly insulting. This model isn’t about convenience; it’s about squeezing every last cent from users. As consumers, we need to draw a line and send a clear message that this relentless push for subscription-based everything isn’t the future we want. Ownership shouldn’t be a relic of the past—it’s time to reclaim it before it’s gone for good.
1.14.25: Our Downfall
The end of humanity won’t come from AI or war—it’ll be a virus. Humans are fundamentally flawed, and viruses are masters at exploiting those flaws. We’re social creatures, wired for connection, and in a world that’s now irreversibly interconnected, a virus has the perfect conditions to spread unchecked. It’s not a matter of if, but when. Technology can’t save us from our own biology, and hubris blinds us to how vulnerable we are. The very traits that make us human—our need for community, travel, and interaction—are what will ultimately be our undoing. Viruses understand this, even if we don’t.
1.13.25: COVID Effects
I don’t want to sound like everyone else, but COVID messed me up. I’m not the same person I was before, and maybe that’s just part of getting older, but it feels different. I’ve started preferring quieter situations—staying in instead of going out, avoiding big social events that feel overwhelming. There’s also this constant undercurrent of not having enough—not enough time, not enough energy, not enough anything. It’s like a shadow that wasn’t there before. I’m not saying it’s all bad; I’ve learned to value simplicity. But sometimes, I miss the person I was before everything changed.
1.12.25: Roboticize
He brushed his teeth, the routine soothing, but the toothpaste tasted… off. Metallic. Shrugging it off, he reached for his coffee, only to notice the steam didn’t burn his hand. Strange. At work, the clock ticked loudly, its rhythm syncing perfectly with his heartbeat—too perfectly. That night, he cut himself chopping vegetables, but there was no blood, only a glint of metal beneath. Panic gripped him as he peeled back the skin. Wires. Circuits. A memory surfaced: a sterile room, voices calibrating him. His reflection stared back, expressionless. He wasn’t a man. He’d never been. He was just... programming.
1.11.25: Fighting an Animal
If I had to pick an animal to fight to the death, barehanded, in a cage, with both of us fully aware it’s life or death, I think I could take a zebra. Stay with me here. No horns, no antlers—just teeth, and as long as I avoid getting behind it, I’m not worried about the kicks. The strategy is simple: go for the throat. Everything else is just muscle and bone, but the throat? That’s the weak spot. I’m not saying it’d be easy, but if it came down to it, I think I could pull it off. Zebra? Handled.
1.10.25: Her
When he saw her, he knew. It wasn’t dramatic, just a quiet certainty, like slipping on a shirt that fits perfectly. He didn’t know her name, her story, or if she believed ice cream cake was a dessert or a gimmick. None of it mattered. Time bent around her, slowing to a still frame he felt only he could see. The world faded into a soft blur, leaving just her—a stranger who somehow felt like a missing piece he’d never realized was gone. He couldn’t explain it, didn’t try to. All he knew was that everything suddenly made sense.
1.09.25: In 100 Words Update
After a week of doing this “In 100 Words” series, I’m realizing it’s a bigger task than I thought. It’s not just the writing—it’s coming up with ideas and then the daily grind of posting them. I know this is basically what Twitter exists for, but I’m not about to shout into that cesspool of a void. I’d much rather post them on my blog. Sure, the readership might be small (or non-existent), but honestly, this is more about the exercise itself. It’s fun, it’s challenging, and I’m enjoying it. So, I’ll keep them coming—for me, if no one else.
1.08.25: Naps
I used to hate naps. They’d leave me either groggy or panicked, wondering how long I’d been out, if I’d missed something important, or forgotten to do something. But as I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned to appreciate them. Naps, long considered the domain of babies and old folks, have become an unexpected gift. At 35, I don’t schedule them or anything, but when a nap happens naturally, it feels like a win. I wake up thinking, “Hell yeah, I just napped.” It’s not just rest—it’s reclaiming a little moment of peace in the chaos. Naps have officially grown on me.
1.07.25: Quality Products
I’ve always admired companies that make products so good you only need to buy them once. Take Le Creuset, for example—their cast iron cookware lasts generations. There’s something so respectable about standing behind your craftsmanship and choosing quality over cutting corners. It’s rare these days, with so many brands intentionally using cheaper materials or designing things to wear out just so you’ll have to replace them. When a company refuses to play that game and creates something built to last, it’s a bold statement—and I love it. It’s about trust, integrity, and giving customers something they’ll never need to replace.
1.06.25: Coconuts FTW
If I had to choose—gun to my head—between wiping coconuts or avocados off the planet (ignoring the economics, just access), I’d have to let avocados go. Living in Thailand, I’ve developed a serious appreciation for coconuts. They’re the backbone of so many incredible curries, and a good coconut shake? Game changer. Don’t get me wrong, I love avocados—guacamole is basically a sacred food (dip?)—but coconuts have earned their place at the top. I actually spent way too much time thinking about this over New Year’s (yes, this is how I holiday), and I stand by it: coconuts reign supreme.
1.05.25: Original Thoughts
Original thoughts are essential. They’re what push society forward—whether it’s a groundbreaking tech idea that changes the game, a theory that sparks conversation, or even some drunk guy at a bar sharing something completely out of left field. In a world where so much feels recycled, mashed up, or rehashed, original thoughts are like a breath of fresh air. They remind us there’s still room for creativity, for something new. So here’s to the people brave enough to think differently. The ones who bring something fresh to the table. Cheers to the heroes of original thoughts—you’re what keeps it interesting.
1.04.25: Small Dogs
I’m not into dogs that are just for show—especially the bony ones with lots of hair. I want a dog that feels like a dog. One I can roughhouse with, pick up without worrying it’ll break, and throw a ball for. Maybe it’s because my dad always had labs when I was growing up, and labs are undeniably dogs. But those “cute” little purse-sized dogs? They don’t really bother me, they’re just not my style. I like dogs that can get dirty, run around, and actually feel like a part of the action. A real dog, you know?
1.03.25: Dystopian Ideas
I was thinking, as I usually do, about ideas for a dystopian movie or book the other day, and I thought what if there was just a weird society with some crazy law and that was just it. Why does there necessarily need to be an uprising or a conflict? Ah, right, because that's what drives stories. I just thought it would be interesting to craft a world where it's weird and dystopian but somehow nothing changes. Perhaps the citizens are simply too complacent, too comfortable in their strange reality, or maybe the system itself is peculiarly stable and self-sustaining.
1.02.25: Coughing
Incessant coughing absolutely drives me insane. I get that people can't help it—whether they're sick, dealing with allergies, or something else—but the relentless, scratchy sound grates on my nerves. It's one of those things I wish I could ignore but can't, no matter how hard I try. Sometimes, I catch myself wanting to snap and tell them to stop, even though I know that's ridiculous and completely unfair. Of course, I never say anything because, you know, basic human decency and societal norms. Still, for some inexplicable reason, it just bugs me way more than it probably should.
2025 Goals, Resolutions, Whatever
Every year, I scribble down a mix of goals, dreams, and random "let's see if I actually do this" ideas. Call them resolutions, plans, or just things I hope don’t stay in my head too long—they’re my way of keeping life interesting. This year’s list is all over the place, from fixing my balcony to exploring new corners of the world. Some goals are about leveling up, some are about tidying up, and a few are just about enjoying the ride. Here’s what I’m aiming for in the year ahead.
Visit a new country: Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, New Caledonia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, or Timor-Leste
Spend a week at a resort in Thailand (Phuket or Hua Hin)
Read 12 books throughout the year
Get a new built-in walk-in closet
Stretch every night (continuation from 2024)
Donate 50 kg of clothes to charity
Fix the water problem on my balcony (Condo above me is leaking and soaking my drywall ceiling, just haven’t gotten around to addressing it)
Have all the drains in my condo replaced
Save $50,000 by the end of the year
Double my Bitcoin holdings