As I embarked on the journey of creating this blog, three fundamental questions played on my mind: Why choose to share my thoughts publicly? Why opt for a personal blog rather than established platforms like medium.com or substack.com? And, why now?
Writing in Public: The decision to share my thoughts publicly is not rooted in the expectation of a vast readership. Instead, it stems from the belief that publicizing my content will motivate me to consistently deliver my best. This process offers numerous benefits, including the refinement of my writing skills and the cultivation of a deeper understanding of various topics. It’s a departure from superficial knowledge, encouraging more profound and diverse thinking, which, in turn, enables clearer articulation and communication. This newfound clarity not only enhances my current role but also propels me towards becoming both a specialist and a generalist. Embracing the wisdom shared during my first year of college — the mantra to know everything in something and something in everything — guides my pursuit of cross-disciplinary learning. Furthermore, publishing my writings serves the purpose of self-evaluation, allowing me to trace the evolution of my thought process over time.
Personal Blog Ownership: Choosing to have my own blog site, as opposed to relying on established platforms, grants me the freedom to publish articles without constraints. In an ever-changing digital landscape where platforms come and go, having my own site ensures that I retain control over the destiny of my content.
Why Now: The decision to embark on this blogging journey is anchored in the constant quest for self-discovery. Despite consuming a plethora of blogs, articles, and journals to gain clarity, the ephemeral nature of answers leaves me in a perpetual state of confusion. My education, emphasizing structured reasoning, has equipped me to think in an organized manner. Now, by distilling, reflecting, and summarizing content in my own words, I aim to move beyond repeated encounters with the same topics and find satisfaction in the process.
In summary, this blog is not just about revisiting familiar subjects repeatedly; it’s about engaging in a cycle of reading, distilling, reflecting, and summarizing to create a space where my thoughts find satisfaction and evolve organically.