So, as we focus on liberation movements across the globe - let us also focus on the liberation of the oppressor. For, “If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.”

A mini update about my new site.

I truly do believe that if we all actively continue to choose love over hatred and fear - and reflect this in our day to day lives - there is a lot more we can achieve than we may even think we are capable of. I think.

What a beautiful album I’ve come across. The journey started with “As Falls Wichita, So Falls Wichita Falls” by Pat Metheny and Lyle Mays, in their album of the same name.

Cappadocia is one of my favourite places in the world. It’s magical, ethereal, and mystical. It’s also one of those places where “coincidences” happen quite often and where your dreams are so incredibly vivid and oftentimes full of symbolism.

When life is cheap, and you can’t talk about it.
Or you can, but then you are at risk.
Where do you draw the line?

I’ve read that the more you write down your dreams, the more you remember them. And it’s true…write down 1-2 words the minute you wake up, the more you’ll actually start to remember snippets of your dream world. (Try it).

I don’t know how many times I’ve listened to Solar Fields - Cocoon Moon (Glastonbury Festival 2005 Mix) but it’s definitely more than a thousand times since 18 years old. There’s something about this song that makes me feel like I’ve ‘returned home’.

This will be a short post - just a few recommendations for some mellow, positive tunes - with good melodies, bass lines and honey-like vocals.

Taking a walk is one of the simplest ways to slow down (mentally), return to the present moment, and release stress. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to explore your neighbourhood or city.

It's easy to think of a brand as being just a logo - but it's obviously so much more. Brands (including personal ones) are tied to values - and the perception of your brand is incredibly important.

What stuck out to me at this talk was a point that Jane made saying: “When we love hope, you can’t be apathetic and angry.” These are two emotions/states we are truly struggling with in today’s day and age. Indeed this also reminds me of the quote I shared above.

This song is one I find myself going back to often when I need to escape the madness and horrors of the world. It’s one for when I need to listen within, to connect with my breath, and free myself from anxiety (how could this happen?).

I love how certain frames capture the spirit of the moment so beautifully. And I feel that this photo does that perfectly. Sea, sky, sunset peeking through a porthole. Sometimes that’s all one can ask for.

At times one must explore new frontiers. And this is one of those moments for me. Substack’s email to me the other day struck a chord.

As we enter the new year, I find myself comforted by the following sentence: “A day well spent is a life well lived.” Having come across this in Hwang Bo-Reum’s debut book ‘Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop’.

I often find myself listening to certain songs on repeat. I feel that there’s a need to remain in a loop; in the essence of the frequency or melody that’s being played.

“Grow Local, Grow Equal” is a project working to strengthen equality in Turkey’s music industry. It involves research, training programmes, sector meetings, and a policy report to support sustainable cultural policies across pilot cities.

"The Coaching Habit" by 📚 Michael Bungay Stanier is one of the most practical books I've read on leadership. The subtitle speaks for itself: "Say less, ask more, & change the way you lead forever."

I just finished The Get Things Done by Mikael Krogerus and Roman Tschäppeler—a refreshing take on productivity. Rather than just doing more, it’s about doing what matters. The book offers practical tips you can apply immediately to bring more focus and value into your work and life.