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A collection of observations along the way.


One Variable
A common question we hear on weekends and the strangely powerful answer to it.
May 111 min read


Layers of Friendships
My wife and I were having a conversations about friendships the other day. Since then, I've been trying to come up with a way to describe...
Apr 272 min read


Questions
A strange story involving some very tasty bread.
Apr 133 min read


Practice
We went to see one of our favourite musicians, but I was captured by the opener.
Oct 6, 20242 min read


Creating Unexpected Delight
My wife drinks coffee. I drink tea. Our Airbnb didn't have any of either.
Apr 21, 20243 min read


The Natural Thing
With six minutes to go on the clock, I had an identity crisis.
Mar 3, 20245 min read


Biological Time
A short reflection on what surrounds us and what's within us.
Feb 25, 20242 min read


Up and Down
A short look at what we should compare to.
Jan 28, 20242 min read


The Journey of a Mistake
An exploration of something you and I make often. Told in four parts.
Dec 24, 20233 min read


Lyrics and Language
A short riff on why change is hard.
Dec 17, 20232 min read


Noise in the Beginner's Mind
A reflection about the perils and joy of trying to learn something new, as an adult.
Nov 19, 20233 min read


To Switch or not to Switch?
Have you ever started watching a TV show and then wondered if you should give up?
Oct 29, 20233 min read


Correcting vs. Guiding
John Mayer said something on a podcast recently. It stuck with me.
Sep 17, 20232 min read


The Average and the Extreme
Drawing a small connection between pandemics and jet lagged children.
Sep 3, 20232 min read


There are no Experts
A small journey into our biology.
Jul 30, 20232 min read


What it Feels Like
I stumbled upon something recently. You've stumbled upon it too. It can teach us a lot. Let's explore.
Jun 18, 20232 min read


Rushing: Part Two
When was the last time you did something for the first time?
Jun 4, 20233 min read


The Distance of Thoughts
Two steps to clarity, using a pen, paper, and a little bit of physics.
May 28, 20232 min read


Letters to Your Future Self
The first email I get on my birthday, is from me.
May 7, 20232 min read


Habits and Results
This was a splash of cold water in the face for me recently, so I wanted to share it with you.
Apr 23, 20232 min read


The Method Trap
Something you really love to do is no longer possible. Now what?
Apr 9, 20232 min read


Clean Your Glasses
When you last looked at someone, did you really see them?
Mar 19, 20232 min read


The Nature of our Questions
A short reflection about how we reflect.
Feb 12, 20232 min read


Reps
There may be more ways than one to put in the work.
Dec 25, 20222 min read
This blog is written by me, Shaminda (Shum) Attygalle. It is a collection of observations on mental models, change, work, and relationships. I publish a new post every Sunday. If you're looking to connect with me directly, feel free to send me an email anytime, or connect via LinkedIn.
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