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Hello again, it's great to be here. I hope you're doing well. New challenges are on the horizon for me. I'll be starting a new job next week, and as always, with the beginning of a new job comes a mix of nervousness and expectations. My previous company was a great place to work. There was plenty of flexibility with schedules, and I was part of a fantastic team. However, as time went on, I began to feel increasingly irrelevant within the team. It seemed like my opinions weren't being heard, or perhaps I wasn't assertive enough in expressing them. This struggle is something I've faced time and time again. I find it challenging to make myself heard in large groups, and I often struggle to convey my ideas and opinions effectively. As time passed, I felt like I was becoming a shadow - always present, but easily overlooked. Shadows are ubiquitous, yet how often do we truly notice them? When the spotlight isn't shining or when there's no light, shadows fade in

Hello again, it's me! Thanks for being here. Today, I'm reflecting on a topic that's currently hot in the tech community, inspired by the latest Snazzy Labs video. The narrative that Apple's silicon magic is over is gaining traction. What does this mean? It appears that other chip manufacturers are stepping up to challenge Apple by creating new chips that promise better performance while maintaining low power consumption. Over my eight years working at an Apple store, I've witnessed firsthand how tech companies prioritize return on investment over consumer needs. Apple, for instance, has notoriously removed ports from its devices, forcing users to buy expensive dongles. This disregard for user convenience and the push for sleek design over functional performance—like removing SD card slots crucial for photographers and videographers—shows a lack of care for the end user. Moreover, these engineering choices have practical implications. Technicians inside the stores h

As I sit in this chair, as I do every day, savoring my coffee and reflecting on my life, I find myself reminiscing about my niece's baptism. It took place during the Easter weekend when I traveled to Switzerland with my daughter, and we spent the week there enjoying family time. I do not share the values of Christianity and for me, this process is somewhat painful to endure. I hadn't experienced such quality family time in ages. This past year has granted me the opportunity to reconnect with my sister and nephews, and my daughter has cherished moments shared with her cousins. Perhaps, this is the most significant takeaway from it all - spending time with family; listening to laughter, enduring the chaos of children running around, and witnessing the not-so-young navigate through puberty and the resulting isolation from everyone and everything. During our childhood, there were times when we would visit our aunts or grandparents, and there was always a family member present. I ch

Welcome back! I hope you and your family are well. As the festivities fade, reality resumes with school and work commuting. Embracing the streets of Madrid in my sales role, I find joy in exploring lesser-known corners. Spent Christmas holidays  in Portugal and Switzerland, a mix of serenity and challenges. Traveling with my daughter and ex-wife revealed complexities. Avoiding her since June became challenging during the holidays, testing my ability to normalize our relationship. While she attempts closeness, I struggle to move forward from the divorce. The idea of seeking someone new feels like betrayal, and I'm still grieving. The recent trip stirred unresolved emotions and lingering grudges, highlighting the difficulty of letting go. Upon returning, my daughter and I traveled to Switzerland to visit my family. The days were delightful until the return journey. Opting for an upgrade enhanced our trip back, making it much more enjoyable. Returning from Switzerland, the upgraded tr