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Family Ties in a Full House

A lively house filled with family, poker nights, and heartfelt reflections on relationships, parenting, and personal growth. Cherishing moments of chaos and love, all under one “Full House.”

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Today’s TLC: Tech, Love and Car Trouble

From a morning kiss to deep reflections on symbolism, technology, and societal roles, today’s journey reveals how simple acts and conversations can shape a profound narrative of interconnectedness and growth.

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 13, 2024 | 801 Words | Comment

The Ambivert Chameleon and Silent Discos

Explore how being an ambivert chameleonโ€”balancing introversion and extroversionโ€”enhances adaptability in professional settings, exhibitions, and nuanced interactions. Adapt, thrive, and learn with this duality.

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 12, 2024 | 715 Words | Comment

Speak Up: Drive Time & AI Tokens

Join me on an hour-long drive filled with reflections on the importance of speaking up, AI tokenization, life legacy, presentation tips, and the wisdom of saying “No.” Embrace curiosity and speak your truth.

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 12, 2024 | 1,067 Words | Comment

Shape Up: A CTO’s Brain Bursts

Exploring CTO roles, AI advisory demand, and the inspiration from 37Signals, all wrapped up with family funโ€”pillow fights and “oof-ing.” Balancing tech insights and personal moments.

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 11, 2024 | 718 Words | Comment

From African Clocks to Tech Career Advice

Balance structure and spontaneity to master time management. Dive into tech careers with AI tools, stay updated, and let reflection guide growth. Embrace routines but keep room for creativity.

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 9, 2024 | 708 Words | Comment

Sneezes to Startups: From Cold to Code

Mike shares his reflections on dealing with a cold, hosting a dinner party, creating an AI app, prompt engineering, and family life. He dreams of impactful ventures and balancing finances.

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 8, 2024 | 615 Words | Comment

Infinite Ideas: From Fluoride to False Ads

Explore AI, privacy concerns, social media musings, and synchronicity in daily life, all recorded from a makeshift setup. Dive into thoughts on AI-generated content’s perceived value and the concept of “Model Collapse.”

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 7, 2024 | 495 Words | Comment

Phonetics, Piranhas & Pyramids

A playful morning with my daughter, exploring phonetics and curiosity, taught me the value of patience and effective communication, blending joy with lessons in language and understanding.

in ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง in English, ๐Ÿ“” Journail, ๐Ÿคฏ Mike's Mind | September 6, 2024 | 806 Words | Comment

Thrombosis, Travel, and Tech: A Factor V Leiden Odyssey

Factor V Leiden can increase the risk of blood clots on flights of 8+ hours. Learn about the importance of taking preventative medication and how AI could revolutionize access to medical information

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