Curious Notion

There will never be a perfect time to start something. The preparation trap will keep you trap, until the time passed to take action.

If you no longer could be who you are, would you be fine?

The friction between what we want to do and what we must do.

How to Reclaim Your Attention: 3 Quiet Changes That Are Altering Your LifeDiscover how to reclaim your attention from social media distractions. Why boredom is crucial for creativity and self reflection.In today's fast paced digital world, distractions are everywhere, and social media often takes center stage. Have you ever found yourself mindlessly scrolling through your phone, only to realize an hour has passed without you even noticing? Why Social Media Is Altering Our Attention SpanSocial media platforms are designed to keep users engaged, often at the expense of their attention spans. I shares why I deleted my Instagram the last remnant of his short form social media presence. I describes how the urge to check his phone becomes instinctive. While scrolling can be entertaining and even educational, it often leads to mindless consumption, where time slips away without any meaningful engagement. I describe how apps are intentionally designed to keep users hooked, which raises questions about who is protecting our attention.importance of Embracing BoredomIn a world filled with distractions, many have forgotten how to be bored. emphasizes the value of boredom as a source of creativity. Encouraging you to notice how often they reach for their phones during mundane moments, like waiting in line.

What happened to self improvement?Somewhere along the way, becoming a better man turned into becoming a never ending projectWake up at 4 AM. Run a marathon. Track your sleep. Build six income streams. Start a business. Invest in real estate. Optimize testosterone. Take 14 supplements. Journal. Meditate. Repeat.We transformed masculinity into a checklist, why hustle culture became a moral obligation, how fitness evolved from health into identity, and why so many men feel exhausted despite doing everything they're told to do.This isn't an attack on self improvement. It's a conversation about what happens when improvement becomes obsession, when discipline becomes insecurity, and when it feels like you are falling behind.Topics discussed:• Modern masculinity• Self-improvement culture• Hustle culture• Financial anxiety• Fitness obsession• Productivity and burnout• Dopamine detoxes and habit tracking• Algorithms and internet culture• Identity and purposethe goal is building a life you actually enjoy living.If this sounds like you, well I am yapping about it. Tune in

25 lessons for my birthday. Just 25 observations I’ve collected through failure, growth, relationships, risk taking, leaving home, chasing goals, and trying to understand what it actually means to be human.I explored the lessons I've learned about identity, purpose, success, failure, friendship, love, overthinking, ambition, and the trade-offs that come with building the life you want.Topics covered:• Why your environment matters, but your decisions matter more• The hidden benefits of leaving your hometown• Why people fear success more than failure• Finding purpose through action• The importance of hobbies, books, and creativity• Love, friendship, and emotional vulnerability• Why we suffer more in our minds than in reality• The battle between certainty and uncertainty• The cost of ambition and chasing your dreamsIf you’re feeling stuck, questioning your direction, or simply trying to make sense of life, this video is for you.

What is social media really doing to our mental health? In this episode of After asking my Instagram audience if they wanted an episode here it is. I talk about positive and negative effects of social media, how platforms are designed to affect attention and dopamine, the comparison culture it creates, and the difference between online perception vs real life reality. I also talk about practical ways to build a healthier relationship with social media and protect your mental health in social media world.Topics covered in this episode:The positive side of social mediaThe negative effects of social media on mental healthDopamine, attention spans, and the science behind social mediaComparison culture and self-worthThe fake image social media can createSocial media vs realityWays to improve your relationship with social mediaMental health awareness in the digital ageIf you enjoyed the episode make sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share your thoughts below. What has social media changed most about your life?

In this episode, I’m joined by Oscar Montes, also known as O.M. Photography on Instagram. We dive into his journey of starting out as a photographer with no clear roadmap, and how he eventually found his own style through trial, mistakes, and consistency.Oscar opens up about the early struggles, the things he got wrong, and what he would do completely differently if he had to start from scratch today. We also get into the real conversations most creatives avoid. the business side of photography, building relationships, and what it actually takes to grow beyond just taking good photos.Sony vs Canon debate, talk about modeling as a photographer, and how being in front of the camera can change the way you shoot behind it.This is a raw, honest conversation about creativity, growth, and figuring things out as you go.If you’re a photographer, content creator, or just someone trying to build something from nothing this one’s for you.