A gut-health focused protocol converting 400g of probiotic yoghurt into a high-protein anabolic mousse using whey isolate and walnut fats for sustained release energy. read more

E.B. White famously captured the tension of a meaningful life when he said: “I arise in the morning torn between a desire to improve (or save) the world and a desire to enjoy (or savor) the world.” It is a beautiful sentiment, yet it feels strikingly distant from our modern reality. … read more

the constraints context: christian lent (strict vegan). meal slot: lunch (mid-day fuel). requirement: high protein density without the “post-lunch crash.” needs to mimic the savory satisfaction of a scrambled egg lunch. the problem texture fatigue: eating a single grain (just rice or … read more

Engineering a high-viscosity, 85g protein breakfast meal that mimics the amino acid profile of animal products by ‘stacking’ four specific plant sources. A log on solving the satiety and recovery equation for the first meal of the day. read more

The Martian isn’t just one of my favorite films - it’s a masterclass in problem-solving disguised as entertainment. When Mark Watney gets stranded on Mars after his crew assumes he’s dead, he faces the ultimate impossible situation. No rescue coming, limited supplies, and a hostile … read more

Ideas don’t just want to be heard—they want to be acted upon. That’s the truly daunting part, so we rush to organize them “for later” instead. Because a well-labeled folder feels productive while keeping us safely distant from the messy work of actually doing something.

I came across a LinkedIn post today about the importance of balancing “doing mode” with “spacious mode” – the kind of expansive, reflective thinking that leads to strategic insights and innovation. It got me thinking about a trap I find myself falling into regularly. This … read more

I’ve come to realize that we are defined not by what we do for money, but by what we refuse to do for it. There’s always another opportunity, another shortcut, another way to make easy money. The offers keep coming—jobs that would pay well but feel wrong, side hustles that compromise my … read more

Getting a new issue of Dense Discovery is always a treat and stimulates the mind. The latest issue, #316, really got me thinking. It mentioned an essay by Vincent Sanchez-Gomez about “guilt-offsetting” in corporate philanthropy. His words hit home: “Adding a charitable initiative … read more

Cultivating self-confidence is the antidote to humans' tendency to blindly conform to societal norms and judgments.

Just realized there’s no dedicated emoji 🏎️ for F1 in here, which is a shame… How do we get one started? @help

Gotta love the Reddit F1 community! 🏎️

The comments on Oscar Piastri’s awkward (but endearing) birthday wish to Lando are pure gold. If you haven’t seen the clip, picture the most Aussie way possible to say “Happy Birthday” - that’s Oscar for ya. The reactions on Reddit are spot-on and hilarious.

Recently, I’ve been contemplating the evolving relationship between technology, productivity, and leisure in our lives. Bertrand Russell’s essay In Praise of Idleness has sparked some interesting thoughts, particularly when viewed through the lens of our modern, AI-driven world. Russell … read more

Jonathan Malesic’s article, “There’s a Very Good Reason College Students Don’t Read Anymore,” struck a chord with me, reflecting a lot of what I’ve been seeing in how young people view work today. Malesic suggests that students might actually be making a rational choice in distancing … read more

Short sentences are clarity in a noisy world. As AI floods us with endless content, concise writing stands out. Simple sentences demand attention. They resonate, leaving a mark where cluttered prose fades. In bloated content, most words are like small sticks - weak, flimsy, barely holding up the … read more

Pattern recognition is what truly matters now; it’s how we make sense of all the information around us. In fact, with so much data, it’s no longer enough just to know things. And while AI has become really good at recognizing these patterns too, what sets us apart is the way we understand and … read more

A very close friend of mine - more of a half brother really - just returned from Japan bearing what turned out to be the perfect gift: a high-quality matcha green tea set, complete with an artisanal cup, bamboo spoon (chasen), and the traditional bamboo whisk. The moment couldn’t have been … read more

This might end up being a much longer post, or perhaps it will stay just as it is – short and not fully developed. Who knows? I wanted to share these thoughts as they’ve been popping into my head a lot lately. Lately, I’ve found myself pondering the evolving relationship between youth and … read more

There’s no better way to spend a sunny afternoon than relaxing with a great book and your favorite cigar. Pure bliss.

I’ve noticed a recent trend or at least it’s new to me - that ethical sourcing and sustainability are generally not selling points in most cases. It’s not the reason why people are buying a certain product or service. Interestingly, consumers today are not voting with their wallets … read more