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Week of February 20, 2023

Weirdo's Weekly Update — 20 Feb, 2023

Leo shares his morning journaling practice as a cornerstone for clarity and accountability, while the team travels from Taipei to Cebu, Philippines. The update highlights Ark Invest's Big Ideas 2023 report on breakthrough technologies, and features Grammarly as tool of the week for remote workers.

Routines & Habits

The author emphasizes journaling as a cornerstone of their morning routine, viewing it as essential for reflection and self-awareness. They note that journaling "helps me to gain clarity and insight into my life, boosts my creativity, allows me to start my day with a positive attitude, and keeps me accountable for my goals."

The journaling method involves three consistent points:

  • What am I grateful for today?
  • What is my most important task of the day?
  • Habits Tracking

Crypto Update

The section references Ark Invest's "Big Ideas 2023" report, described as "a massive 153-page report highlighting the breakthrough technologies that are driving growth in the future." The report covers cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, molecular diagnostics, and space travel. The author recommends it for investors seeking long-term impact opportunities.

Travel Update

The author describes relocating from Taipei to Cebu, Philippines via a three-flight journey using Starlux airlines. They characterize Starlux as "a relatively new player" offering "great high-end service and a modern fleet."

During their two-week stay near Ayala Shopping Center, they discovered a coffee shop called Misfits at 368 Tojong Street, featuring "a small menu, mainly offering delicious coffee, tea, and some snacks" with "excellent" atmosphere and reliable internet.

I am currently listening

Authority Hacker Podcast episode: "SEO Topics - Kyle Roof Reveals E-E-A-T Secrets"

Tool of the week

Grammarly receives recognition as this week's featured tool. It uses artificial intelligence to help produce better, clearer, and more compelling content. Grammarly analyzes text for spelling, grammar, style issues, provides improvement suggestions, and performs plagiarism checks. It is particularly valuable for a digital nomad that works remotely and communicates primarily through written channels.

Something to think about

James Clear: "Patience only works if you do. Doing the work + patience = results. Planning to work + patience = you're just waiting."

Erica Jong: "Advice is what we ask for when we know the answer but wish we didn't."