THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS:
In What We’ve Chosen to Forget on Pulling the Thread with Elise Loehnen, Baratunde Thurston shares a refreshing perspective on how he sees the world.
The Brain: The Story of You by David Eagleman is the book to read if inspiration about the mysteries and incredible intelligence of the brain is what you’re curious about.
Kodak disposable Single Use Cameras are the nostalgic magic you need to get your hands on.
Rensi Ardinta's depiction of red and blue melancholy is filled with beautiful intricate details that are worth admiring.
Baratunde Thurston shares some refreshing perspectives on how he sees the world and the current state of humanity. In What We’ve Chosen to Forget on Pulling the Thread with Elise Loehnen, the conversation reveals how the context we’ve been born into can create meaningful distinctions between the life we end up living.
One of the insights explored is about how you should think about your story in this world in the context of the conditioning that shapes your reality. Whether the things you believe now are what are creating limits or advantages.
This illuminating exchange, which I hope everyone takes time to listen to, is about how to break down the barriers of multilayered and generational conditioning of limiting beliefs and shallow perspectives, to free yourself to claim your path toward your truest and highest potential.
Through open dialogue and the abundance of information in this era, Thurston and Loehnen explore ideas around biases around human capacity, the realities of potential, the impact of artificial intelligence, and the vast landscape of possibilities technology and information have afforded us. If you’re looking for inspired intelligence, look no further than perking your ears to this episode.
The Brain: The Story of You by David Eagleman is a mesmerising insight into arguably the most important organ in our lives. The distinction Eagleman makes between biological intelligence versus the simple-minded comparison of the brain to the machine is why the facts you’ll read will open up your perspective on how you can take advantage of your brain’s ability and tap into its neuroplasticity.
Many of the studies reveal how our brains are far more dynamic and agile than what you’ve been led to believe– and how the many different regions of the brain each have specialised functions while also working in congruence together to shape your everyday experiences.
The brain’s propensity for rewiring is proven time and time again through the revelational research Eagleman has been conducting in his lab. This book is a thought-provoking book that offers a glimpse into the complexities of your brain’s expansive nature.
From learning to its constant evolutions, the science barely scratches the surface of understanding the vast potential the brain promises, but Eagleman does an excellent job enticing readers to stay curious and vigilant toward brain care because what we know is in fact still so shallow compared to the brain’s actual capacity.
Kodak disposable Single Use Cameras are back and are thriving. Grain, the movie, which is the perfect movie to understand my loving return to analogue– and why a lot of people are carrying those blocky cameras again. The movie talks about the analogue renaissance that’s happening globally but mostly focuses on its return in the US.
What the movie perfectly summarises is the brilliance of analogue in a world where instantaneous gratification is the obnoxious norm. While the revival of Kodak is a story of its own, the nostalgia each Kodak disposable gives me is enlightening.
What makes analogue truly magical is not only the grainy finish that all of us born in the 90s and before can appreciate, but it’s the delayed gratification of now knowing what I snapped. The mystery of the result creates a novelty that brings excitement back into the art of photography. As developing the reels, feels like Christmas morning unwrapping a gift you’ve been waiting for all year.
While melancholy seems to be a common theme in Rensi Ardinta’s art, there’s true artful craftsmanship to the final result of her art. While using distinct hues of reds and blues, she’s able to create a style that is effervescent in its gloom.
Her digital illustrations depict the same woman, which whether consciously or subconsciously, likely reflects the artist herself. Mindful, detailed, repeated self-portraits reflect the many moods and seasons of the artist.
With very specific tones to her pieces, the diversity of her work shines through the diverse settings and artistry she depicts through her drawings. A masterful display of admirable skill and talent patiently drawing intimate details is what results.
While I am all about the active lifestyle, stretching, flexibility, balance and mobility– especially as we age– are equally if not as important as another more strenuous form of exercise.
Not only will it help to maintain joint health, but it will also in fact (contrary to popular belief) help you perform better in your more sweat-provoking and demanding workouts, so the next time you have ten minutes to yourself. Stretch like you mean it! Spend at least a minute in each pose until you feel the muscle loosen, that’s the key to an effective stretching routine.
“Your body is made to survive not thrive. Thriving is a proactive choice” – unknown
I can’t recall exactly where I heard this from, but at some point among my many dates with various podcasts this week, this line struck a chord. Because while evolution has supported our survival it has little regard for our thriving.
We are still living with a body that’s operating systems were optimised through our ancestor's eras of hunting and gathering. So, if want to thrive and live as our best at our best, proactive effort is mandatory.
Yes, you can manifest and will your future to life, but also realise that you’re not going to get anywhere if you spend most of your days reactive or inactive. Those who live at their best are often intentional and proactive.
There’s never better a time to strike because you’ve only got one life to live and while productivity seems to be the be-all, end-all of life– what’s more important is to align your actions with the goals that’ll get you to the end of your life truly content with all the memories you’ve created with the people you love most.
A playlist that’s often, on many occasions on repeat is one curated by a friend of mine. Nindy Noto, founder of Sonic Selections. Her curation for The Find Bali is one of exquisite musical taste that’s the perfect accompaniment to any hot summer’s day.
Sunsets with The Find will have you sipping a spritz or a coconut as the lustrous selections ease your ears and soul. Share with a friend or enjoy it solo this weekend.
What moment in your life today has shaped you the most? What lessons can you draw from it that’ll apply to your life today?
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