Sometimes I can't bear myself. I am my own worst thing. I ruin the vibe entirely. and I'm definitely better when I'm not thinking of me. You right in that it is a kind of hell to be completely alone with yourself. It's nice to think of others, to be at service to something beyond yourself.
I don’t think you could be more right about hell being no one but yourself. Looking back on my life, or even just the last year, the times where I’ve obsessed over myself and my problems — has certainly been some of the most hellish times.
Just in the last few months I’ve started getting and going to bed earlier, of my own choice, than ever before. And it’s nice. It’s nice seeing the clock early in the day and realising I’ve already got things done.
Waking up early and then doing the most important thing first and having a couple of hours for myself has been an absolute life changer. Thank you for reading Michael.
Introspection can be overdone. To exist too deeply in one’s own head is unhealthy. I’m so glad someone said it. I also enjoy the list format immensely. The organisation is phenomenal for comprehension.
Also, I don’t know what side of substack I am on, but I’m glad I haven’t come upon of these slurs you speak of…long live short form.
I really like this list format. It was my favourite thing to write, and it’s one of my favourite things to read. I feel the same way: I just want to create, and writing is my hobby. I'm excited to see which projects you are working on. Happy 2026!
An astute list indeed.
Sometimes I can't bear myself. I am my own worst thing. I ruin the vibe entirely. and I'm definitely better when I'm not thinking of me. You right in that it is a kind of hell to be completely alone with yourself. It's nice to think of others, to be at service to something beyond yourself.
Happy new year to you and yours!
Thank you Evelyn and thanks for reading.
I don’t think you could be more right about hell being no one but yourself. Looking back on my life, or even just the last year, the times where I’ve obsessed over myself and my problems — has certainly been some of the most hellish times.
Just in the last few months I’ve started getting and going to bed earlier, of my own choice, than ever before. And it’s nice. It’s nice seeing the clock early in the day and realising I’ve already got things done.
Thanks Hrvoje, I always enjoy your reflections :)
Waking up early and then doing the most important thing first and having a couple of hours for myself has been an absolute life changer. Thank you for reading Michael.
Introspection can be overdone. To exist too deeply in one’s own head is unhealthy. I’m so glad someone said it. I also enjoy the list format immensely. The organisation is phenomenal for comprehension.
Also, I don’t know what side of substack I am on, but I’m glad I haven’t come upon of these slurs you speak of…long live short form.
Happy 2026 to you as well!
I really like this list format. It was my favourite thing to write, and it’s one of my favourite things to read. I feel the same way: I just want to create, and writing is my hobby. I'm excited to see which projects you are working on. Happy 2026!