In my quest to make myself more productive, I've been experimenting with multiple apps over the years and finalized a select few which I intend to review on my blog. I've written about creating new habits , sustaining them , and Goal execution - all of these require us to track ourselves, observe behavior and make tweaks to stay aligned with our goals. As you look at the examples below, try to identify the common underlying thread: When a child does something well, we reinfo

OK, let's talk about the elephant in the room - AI Coaches. The questions are great and well aligned with what an effective coach would ask. However, what you miss is the live dialog with a human who can see you, realize where you are at right now and prioritize what would be most beneficial right now. Does this mean that AI coaches are not useful? - Absolutely not, they are highly effective and evolving rapidly. Here is a breakdown use cases:

When you know why a goal matters, it becomes more than a checklist item; it becomes a compass. The how—the actions, the habits, the daily choices—then follows naturally. Curious to know your why?

Coaching for execution of New year resolutions

If you've faced any of the below, this blog might help: I struggle to workout consistently I lack the motivation to work on the body I start fitness routines but I am never able to sustain I used to think that people born with will power (remember Habits | Genetics vs Environment ?) are the ones who can exercise regularly. I couldn't have been more wrong. Over the years, I’ve read extensively about habits and behavior, and I’ve learned something important: you don’t need to

This is the second part of Spontaneous Happiness . If you’ve landed here without reading the first part, I’d recommend starting with Spontaneous Happiness (Part 1) —not mandatory, but it may add helpful context. In Part 1, we briefly explored what happiness  means. Here, we’ll go a little deeper. The word happy  comes from an Old Norse root meaning chance  or luck . When we contrast this origin with our modern desire to be happy all the time, an interesting dichotomy emerges—

How can I be "Happy"? I know this is clichéd but it is an important question to understand. And, I am sure that this question crossed your mind at some point. It has crossed mine many times. If you are looking for a definitive answer, sorry to disappoint you - I don't have one ready. However, if you are open to a new perspective, read on. This blog is inspired by Don't believe everything you think  by Joseph Nguyen and Spontaneous Happiness  by Andrew Weil (inspiration for th

Our parents are not perfect (let's keep this between us!) — and neither are we (no need to take that too seriously!). Any assessment of our habits should include an understanding of both our genetic traits and the environment in which we were raised. Only then can we identify the most effective path toward lasting, sustainable success. For example, I know, with genetic testing that I did many years ago, that I am more prone to a certain disease - so, I tune my environment, th

James Clear outlines several powerful strategies in his book Atomic Habits . I’ve summarized a few of them below—methods that have proven highly effective for me. Remove the cues from your environment If you want to reduce binge eating, start by buying smaller quantities and keeping them out of sight. Over time, this simple step can help you regain control of the habit. It’s worked well for me. Remember the saying, “Out of sight, out of mind”? Make it unattractive Focus on th

In an earlier blog post , I outlined how to create a new habit. The real power comes from sustaining it. Keep showing up, because every day you stick to it, you turn effort into lasting change. Reinforce the impact of Compounding There’s no shortage of articles on the power of compounding—financial experts are everywhere explaining why ETFs can be such a smart investment. The same principle applies to habits: small, consistent actions can create meaningful, long-term changes

I’ve spent the past few years experimenting with multiple habit-building frameworks on myself. My perspectives are heavily influenced by the work of James Clear ( Atomic Habits ), Charles Duhigg ( The Power of Habit ), and Siddhartha Mukherjee ( The Gene ). While I’m still refining my own blended framework, I’m confident that I can help you make meaningful progress on your journey—whether you’re looking to break unhelpful habits, sustain the ones that serve you, or build ne

As I outlined in the "About Me" page, I love long, solo hikes. Here is why you should be interested in my hobby: Clarity and being at peace with yourself : My first solo hike was in 2009 in Canada. I was a new immigrant and didn't have friends in this country - I was reasonably fit and decided to go solo in a provincial park - yes, one with bears. It was just an overnight hike and I barely slept because every sound felt like a threat. Fast forward 15 years and hundreds of sol

This blog post helps recognize the distinctions between coaching, counseling and mentoring.