First time hearing about some of this literature too and resonated with both the quotes you shared like, “we are required to make crucial choices before we have the knowledge, judgment, and self-understanding to choose wisely. Yet if we put off these choices until we truly feel ready, the delay may produce other, greater costs." and your reflections on them - particularly around finding commitment and flexibility, adventure and stability. Finding myself in a very similar place after quitting and starting my sabbatical last month. Though instead of Central Park, I do the prospect park loop ha. Looking forward to more of these monthly reflections.
First time I'm hearing about The Seasons of a Man's Life, I definitely want to check it out! I had a similar experience as I approached 30, seeking stability and groundedness.
I do the walk first thing, then the meditation. I appreciate you sharing your morning routine, as well! It's helpful to hear how others approach it.
thanks for reading Joshua, since publishing it's been a pleasant surprise to hear from quite a few other men all navigating a similar chapter. the morning routine is constantly changing, I try to adapt it to the environment based on where I'm living.
First time hearing about some of this literature too and resonated with both the quotes you shared like, “we are required to make crucial choices before we have the knowledge, judgment, and self-understanding to choose wisely. Yet if we put off these choices until we truly feel ready, the delay may produce other, greater costs." and your reflections on them - particularly around finding commitment and flexibility, adventure and stability. Finding myself in a very similar place after quitting and starting my sabbatical last month. Though instead of Central Park, I do the prospect park loop ha. Looking forward to more of these monthly reflections.
congrats on quitting and embarking on your next adventure! thanks for reading
First time I'm hearing about The Seasons of a Man's Life, I definitely want to check it out! I had a similar experience as I approached 30, seeking stability and groundedness.
I do the walk first thing, then the meditation. I appreciate you sharing your morning routine, as well! It's helpful to hear how others approach it.
thanks for reading Joshua, since publishing it's been a pleasant surprise to hear from quite a few other men all navigating a similar chapter. the morning routine is constantly changing, I try to adapt it to the environment based on where I'm living.
This is a great piece - reminded me of Mark Manson's point about the seasons of life.
When feeling existential about your life in your 20s, it's not a 'you' problem
It's probably just the phase you are in right now
Great post! Welcome back to NYC!