I recently discovered an inspiring video featuring Ira Glass, renowned for his exceptional storytelling. His words and experiences deeply moved and fascinated me. In this video, Glass shares profound insights into his journey as a journalist and radio personality. His principles not only guided him but also resonated deeply with me. Much like the legendary drummer Keith Moon, who confidently declared, “I am the greatest Keith Moon-style drummer in the world,” Ira Glass’s unique storytelling […]
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On the creative process
A powerful speech on cynicism
When a Barista Remembered My Name
This morning, I walked into Starbucks, and the young lady at the counter greeted me cheerfully. I’d seen her there before but had never interacted with her. She cheerfully said, “Hello, Yuri, what would you like to order?” I felt pleasantly surprised that she knew my name. I honestly couldn’t recall interacting with her on my previous visits, but the fact that she knew and remembered my name somehow and addressed me by my name […]
Read MoreThis Morning at the Coffee Shop- People Watching Moments
I left for work an hour early with the thought that I’d buy breakfast on the way and head to the office to eat it. Within 15 minutes I was at Starbucks to pick up my drink the I ordered in advance. So, I grabbed my grande latte and my breakfast and was on my way to the car to go to Alphaland. But I just didn’t feel like rushing to the office just yet. The […]
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Let’s go!
So, I decided I’d give this a try…this blogging thing. Writing is something that I’ve enjoyed off and on for years….mainly as an escape or “therapy”. There were very few things in my life that I’ve tried and stuck with. Whether it was because I wasn’t really into what I was doing or it required too much effort for something I really wasn’t into or whatever the reason was, I started and dropped numerous projects […]
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