The Modest Dreams We Can’t Afford (And the Selves We Leave Behind in Midlife)
I am 57 and I have never bought a new vehicle. It is a modest dream I cannot afford. But admitting it helped me reconnect with the person I used to be.
Hobbies
Diving into the hobbies that keep the mind sharp – whether that’s tinkering with code, planning a podcast, or finding an escape on two wheels.
Why I’m Still Dropping Into Virtual Battlefields at 57
I am 57, my reflexes are slow, and I will never make the leaderboards. That is exactly why I play. Discover the freedom of being gloriously mediocre at something that doesn’t matter.
Chasing Dreams vs. Chasing Money (And Why I’m Still Figuring It Out)
At 3 AM, I wasn’t awake from stress. I was awake because I am addicted to hope. At nearly 60, I am still chasing dreams instead of sleeping. Is this healthy optimism or just avoidance?
Can We Be Too Loyal?
I spent years writing free guides for Windows users. Then Microsoft banned me from their forums without explanation. It taught me a hard lesson: Brands do not love you back.
