The Mystery of Consciousness: Anesthesia, Identity, and the Self
Anesthesia disconnects the brain’s orchestra, turning off awareness entirely. What this reveals about consciousness, identity, and the mystery of selfhood.
Majime vs Amateur: Why You Don’t Need to Be Perfect to Love Your Hobby
Majime, the serious and earnest pursuit of excellence can sometimes be a hindrance
Parotidectomy at TGH: a Miracle of Modern Medicine
I just had, what I would consider a miraculous experience. I had surgery and I remember none of it. While I was unconscious I had a parotidectomy.
MAID in Canada: The Struggle for More Personal Choice
Analyzing the debate around MAID in Canada, and why personal choice must remain paramount.
The Three-Hobby Rule: A Surprisingly Simple Path to Fulfillment
Hobbies aren’t optional—they’re vital for a meaningful life. The three-hobby rule can nurture your mind, body, and creativity.
Ordinary but Happy: Why a Regular Life Can Be Extraordinary
You don’t need fame or fortune to live a meaningful life. Here’s how one person turned ordinary experiences into lasting happiness—and how you can too.
The Lennon Test: Why School Never Taught You How to Be Happy
When they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down ‘happy.’
7 Iconic Singer-Songwriters You Need to Hear Before You Die
Discover 7 legendary singer-songwriters who shaped modern music. From Bob Dylan’s wordplay to Joni Mitchell’s raw emotion, explore the artists and songs that define great songwriting.
Negative Income Tax: A More Judicious Path to Financial Security
Discover why negative income tax could be the fair and effective alternative to universal basic income Canada needs today.
Recent Artwork
Since I have been on leave the past little while, I have gotten back into painting. This time I have switched to acrylics as the space isn’t big enough for oils with all the fumes. Acrylics dry much faster so I have to move quickly! But I have produced a …