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Week of November 21, 2022

Weirdo's Weekly Update — 21 Nov, 2022

The team returns to Bangkok after a visa run to Phnom Penh, settling into the Lumpini 24 tower in Khlong Tan with a 41st-floor pool and coworking space. The week also covers StarkNet's $STRK token deployment on Ethereum mainnet, Canva as tool of the week, and a reflection on finding happiness in process over product.

Traveling Update

The author and team returned to Bangkok after visiting Phnom Penh for a visa run. They relocated to a new area called Khlong Tan in The Lumpini 24 tower, which features amenities including a 41st-floor pool, gym, and co-working space. The team prefers locations near the Sky Train (BTS) due to Bangkok's challenging traffic conditions. For transportation and deliveries, they utilize the Grab app.

Cryptos

StarkNet, a Layer 2 rollup solution, deployed its $STRK token on the Ethereum mainnet this week. The token distribution became available, representing a significant milestone for the project. According to data tracked on Dune, approximately 62,000 users have already bridged ETH to StarkNet.

Currently Listening

The author is enjoying the Lex Fridman Podcast episode featuring Balaji Srinivasan discussing governance, technology platforms, scientific systems, and regulatory agencies.

Tool of the Week

Canva serves as this week's featured tool. The platform enables users to create visual content—including social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos, and blog images—without requiring professional design experience. A free plan offers template access, with premium features available through Canva Pro.

Current Habits

Leo's habits:

  • Headspace Meditation: 582 days
  • Language Learning (Spanish/Thai): 575 days

Maja's habits:

  • Duolingo (German): 801 days
  • Drops (Thai): 74 days

Something to Think About

The author shares reflections from James Clear, distinguishing between "power as influence over external events" and "peace as influence over internal events." Additional wisdom includes: "When you fall in love with the process rather than the product, you don't have to wait to give yourself permission to be happy."