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I used to believe that creativity thrived in absolute freedom. But over time, I wondered - do limits hold it back, or do they give it shape? A bird in flight may roam the skies, Yet sings no tune, just silent sighs. But cage the wings, confine its space, A melody will fill the place. For freedom vast may lose its way, While boundaries teach the notes to play. Not every wall is built to bind, Some shape the song within the mind. ...

2024 was a busy year. I shifted two houses this year, visited four places on my travel list, completed two half marathons, and went on a long bike trip of 650+ kilometers. I also found myself in some tough conversations and situations. Here are some lessons I learned this year. Some are common sense, but I’ve included them because I tend to overlook the obvious. Some are my own realizations, and others come from wise people I’ve met along the way: ...