How many times were you treated poorly by your bank? By your energy provider? By a restaurant? I’ve had my fair share of such disappointments. Mind you, I’m not talking about the occasional hiccup in service. That would be understandable. We’re all human, after all, and prone to error. No. I’m talking about systematic failures.Continue reading “Don’t settle for good enough”
Category Archives: Quality of Life
Saving a Motorcycle and Finding the Secret Life of Foxes
Have you ever wondered what happens outside your home when you’re asleep?
Smile, Part 3
Everybody wants white teeth. There are so many products that promise to make your teeth whiter. I mentioned a few of them before. However, none seem to leave a lasting impact. Then my wife’s hygienist gave us a tip. Many of you may already know this, but I’m embarrassed to admit I didn’t. It turnsContinue reading “Smile, Part 3”
With a Little Help…
It is with great pleasure I bring to you my first guest post. This one was written by Igor Wojda. Igor is a Senior Android Developer I’ve had the opportunity to discuss this blog with. We started discussing life optimisations, and he shared with me a recent optimisation he made to his life. I amContinue reading “With a Little Help…”
On A Positive Note
I once read somewhere that smiles (much like yawns!) are contagious. I found that observation interesting. I had to see it for myself. I started consciously smiling to people. What do you know. It works. It gets better. It seems that smiling actually makes you happier. So by spreading smiles, you’re actually making everyone aroundContinue reading “On A Positive Note”
Who Said That?
My computer makes funny noises sometimes. They sound like notifications, but I can’t figure out what they’re meant to say. Well, until recently. And then I figured it out. If you’re a mobile developer, you may have had a similar experience. Unlike normal notifications, which are usually accompanied by a visual clue, these seem toContinue reading “Who Said That?”
Like An Open Book, Part 1
I love books. I’ve loved books since before I could read. When I did learn how to read, I remember walking to the library while reading the last book I borrowed. I’d then read another book in the library and borrow one for my walk home. I remember how exciting I found Joules Verne’s stories.Continue reading “Like An Open Book, Part 1”
You Know What? You Are Right
I love to argue. Well, I used to love to argue. I used to love proving to everyone that they were wrong. That I knew better. For me, arguing was almost a sport. It was like arm-wrestling intellectually. Over time, I observed three things. The first is I learned not all people have my patience.Continue reading “You Know What? You Are Right”
Not So Dumb After All
A lot of people gained weight during lockdown. My wife and I didn’t. How we managed to get healthier during lockdown isn’t a secret. Firstly, we kept a healthy diet. Admittedly, this wasn’t always easy. Without leaving home, with no delivery services, there were hard times. But we managed. We ordered from local markets. WeContinue reading “Not So Dumb After All”
Untie The Knot
Sitting in front of a computer all day isn’t great for my body. Add to it the tentions of work and you get a problematic combination. The funny thing is, it creeps on you and you don’t realise it. I didn’t feel the tension that was building up. And then I got my wife aContinue reading “Untie The Knot”
Optimising My Life 