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Yamathon 2025: Running Around Tokyo
Last fall, when I learned about the Yamathon, a chance to traverse the iconic Yamanote train line around central Tokyo on foot, I knew I had to do it.Note: True Yamanote line fans will listen to this video in the background as they read this post. Background Last year, I was in the middle of…
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My Favorite Influencers
I love influencers.That’s misleading and unspecific; let me clarify.I am immensely grateful to influencers who guide me. They have provided massive value to my life. I have taken ideas from these people to define who I am and who I want to be who I will become. These people are not my favorite influencers because…
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Planting Seeds
While talking to my friend Christine last week, she said something that resonated. Something simple that made me smile. It sounds like you’re planting lots of seeds Her words reassure me and especially so since she’s someone I look up to. On good days, I have high conviction in my unconventional path. I know my…
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Leveling Up: Jangsu Trail Race
A couple months ago, I collapsed in a chair and cried. Tears of fulfillment. I had just completed a 70km trail running race in Jangsu, South Korea (Strava). This was a powerful moment. The memory motivates me and reminds me why I run. How I Got Here In May, I quit my job. I was…
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How I ChatGPT
I’m not a big latest hot trends kinda guy, but even I could only resist the lure of AI for so long. With some extra time and energy on my hands lately, I’ve been diving into the world of artificial intelligence. Whether it’s learning about the latest AI-powered business ideas on YouTube, doing coding projects…
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The Disappearing Coins: A Long Term Experiment
Intro I’ve done many 30 day experiments. I have not done many experiments on longer timescales. I found a fun opportunity here last fall when I moved into my Tokyo apartment. Context Upon settling into my new place, I was surprised to find a couple glasses full of coins. That said, coins are used more…
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Who I Am and Who I Want To Be
I intend to blog more consistently Beau These are words I have felt pretty consistently since I started this blog a year ago. I dislike this. I dislike when who I am and who I want to be doesn’t match up. I know generally I find my blog rewarding. That said, I have wondered what…
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Reflections: US March 2024 Trip
Yesterday I arrived back home in Tokyo after a couple weeks in California and Colorado. It was a good trip and after giving it some thought, I have a few takeaways. Thinking about my experience in the US, it was very people oriented. Yes, there were specific tasks to get through that dictated plans, but…
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32
Today is day 2 of being 32 years old Mom flew in yesterday on my birthday.Having my mom come visit for my birthday is a mix of feelings. Honestly, it isn’t the most exciting thing. A romantic getaway with a new special someone would be exciting. An epic party in an exotic location would be…
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10 Things That Bring Me Joy These Days
Lately, I’ve been working on being more aware and intentional. To this end, when I experience joy, I strive to truly appreciate it. To do so, I write about it… at least when I remember to do so. Here are some of the things I’ve written down. 1. Not Setting An Alarm In the Morning…
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