Fireside Philosophy

Not every blog post has a clear leaning. Is this something I created and crafted? Is this something related to technology, and possibly the work that I do? Is this literature adjacent? None of these really fit when I am musing on a topic. So, let us consider these philosophical topics. A place where I share my thoughts. Topics will be wide ranging, and of course there may be overlap. Try to take a moment to slow down, and think whilst reading here. Let your mind wander. Don’t feel required to agree or disagree.


  • Leadership
    I can not tell you how many times I have had to respond to the question “why don’t you do this, you are such a good leader?” My response, as I have matured, has changed from “yes I suppose I can, therefore I should” to “I may be a leader, but the role has other… Read more: Leadership
  • Puzzle Pieces
    Sometimes I think fitting into the world around me is like doing a jigsaw puzzle. At least the social situations. Each community has a different image, and then within that community each person has different amounts of the puzzle. A neurotypical person not only has the box with the picture on it, they have all… Read more: Puzzle Pieces
  • Time
    We all have what we consider our “best time”. The part of the day (or week, or month) when we are at our best. In terms of productivity, creativity, focus, and flow. Sometimes all of the above, sometimes a sub-set. There isn’t really a right answer to when that is, it differs from person to… Read more: Time