P.S. This blog isn’t my usual style—there’s no in-depth analysis or intellectual insight here. Instead, I’m opening up a more personal side of myself. Yes, I’ve been incredibly fortunate to experience a spiritual awakening, followed by a sense of inner peace and harmony that has stayed with me ever since. But, like everyone, I also face doubts, fears, and uncertainties. I wanted to share these real, raw moments—the ones behind closed doors—where I’m simply navigating life’s ups and downs like anyone else.
The Financial Trap: Struggling with Success Metrics
It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly two years since my life-changing meditation experience. Time has flown, and while I feel like I’ve accomplished a lot, I sometimes can’t shake the feeling that I haven’t achieved anything significant—especially financially. I know success isn’t defined by money, yet as an entrepreneur, it’s hard to escape the temptation to measure progress with financial milestones.
Sometimes, I look around and see clients I once worked with in affiliate marketing—flying high, traveling the world in luxury, building empires in Dubai, and leading massive teams. I see friends scaling their businesses and personal brands worldwide, and I can’t help but wonder: What am I doing? What have I accomplished?
It’s not envy. I respect their hard work, and I’ve been in that race too. But there are days I miss the big wins—the recognition, the influence, and the thrill of creating something so extraordinary that even I had to stop and admire it.
Meditation: A Way to Recenter
This is why going without meditation for too long messes with me. When I skip it, my thoughts become undisciplined, messy, and my energy spirals into negativity. It’s no surprise that many thought leaders, from ancient sages to modern influencers, stress the importance of mastering your thoughts. To master others is strength, but to master yourself is true wisdom.
From late December until now, I’ve spent more than a month away from my usual meditation routine. My mornings were packed with meetings, my days fully scheduled, and adjusting to new time zones made it hard to meditate at my usual 5:30 AM time.
Finally, this morning, after two weeks in Kenya and a week of being sick, I meditated again. And wow, what a difference it made. I’d been feeling agitated for days without understanding why. But just minutes into meditation, I felt clarity and even excitement flood back. Through meditation, I unpacked my recent trip to Kenya. It sparked so many business ideas and opportunities, but also challenges to consider. One session couldn’t reveal everything, but it brought me back to a place of balance—where I could see things more clearly.
Gratitude in Reflection
In that quiet moment, I realized just how fortunate I am. Every day, I wake up doing what I love—writing, investing, and exploring new ventures—all on my own terms. If a new opportunity arises anywhere in the world, I can book a flight without needing to ask anyone for permission. If my family in Vietnam needs me, I can be there in a day. If a friend wants to connect
How lucky I am—yet sometimes, I get so caught up in the moment that I forget.
Rediscovering What Truly Matters: The Quiet Power of Love
For years, whenever I returned home from my travels, I’d feel this quiet emptiness inside—like I was just coming back to myself. I’ve always been surrounded by amazing friends, but something was missing.
Now, wherever I go, my fiancé counts down the days until I return. If he can, he’ll be at the airport, waiting. And if work keeps him away, the moment he’s free, he’s at my door.
It might seem like a small thing, but for someone like me—who left home at 17 and has built a life of independence—having someone to come home to, someone who truly loves and cares for me, is everything.
It’s in these quiet moments of reflection that I’m reminded—especially when I’m feeling lost or low—that this kind of love is priceless. It’s what grounds me and brings me back to what truly matters.
Reclaiming My Habits
Since last night, I’ve restarted my bedtime reading habit (which also got swiped away due to travel). I love this ritual and never want to lose it. Right now, I’m reading two books, switching between them depending on my mood.
The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck is a timeless guide to personal and spiritual growth, exploring the nature of love, discipline, and self-awareness. Selling over seven million copies and translated into more than 23 languages, it has profoundly impacted readers worldwide. Peck gently leads readers through the challenges of personal transformation, distinguishing love from dependency and encouraging emotional and spiritual maturity. With its enduring message, the book continues to inspire those seeking deeper self-understanding, stronger relationships, and a more fulfilling life.
Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda, published in 1946, is a spiritual masterpiece that chronicles his journey in search of a guru and his deep exploration of Kriya Yoga. Blending profound wisdom with engaging storytelling, Yogananda shares extraordinary encounters with saints, yogis, and mystical experiences that bridge science and spirituality. His teachings on meditation and self-realization have inspired millions worldwide, including Steve Jobs, George Harrison, and Elvis Presley. Translated into over 50 languages, the book continues to open hearts and minds, revealing the boundless spiritual potential within every human being.
Personal Balance: Finding Comfort
Whenever I feel lost, I find my way back through the things that ground me: writing, meditation, physical activities, reading, listening to podcasts, and diving into new business or investment ideas. It’s hard to count how many times I’ve lost myself, only to rediscover who I am, time and time again. Some days, I feel lost for a few hours. Other times, it stretches for weeks or even months. But always, after each moment of feeling adrift, I return to a better, more grounded version of myself, with renewed clarity and purpose.
If you’re feeling lost or struggling through a low point, remember this: you’re not stuck. You’re simply in the process of being found again. And that’s completely natural.
Final Words
At the end of the day, I may not be making millions or achieving the massive financial success others are, and that’s perfectly okay. I don’t work that hard, and I haven’t sacrificed much to reach those heights. But what matters to me is that I keep learning, doing my best each day, and bringing good intentions to whatever I do. As long as I stay true to myself, I know I’m headed in the right direction.
