Hobbies & Interests
Beyond technology and work, these are the passions that bring me joy and keep me balanced.
Hobbies
Here's a few projects I'm into and will be sharing a bit more about in the future:
1. Drop Leaf Dining Table
A custom woodworking project that combines traditional craftsmanship with practical modern design. This piece will feature space-saving functionality while maintaining elegant aesthetics.
2. Electronic Parking Assist Gadget
An innovative IoT device designed to help with precise parking. This project combines sensor technology with user-friendly interfaces to solve a common everyday challenge.
3. Daily Bible Verse E-paper Display Device
A thoughtful integration of faith and technology, featuring an e-paper display that shows daily inspirational verses. This project merges low-power electronics with meaningful daily engagement.
Travel & Exploration
Discovering New Perspectives
Travel isn't just about seeing new places—it's about experiencing different ways of thinking, problem-solving, and living. Each destination offers lessons that inform how I approach challenges both personally and professionally.
From cruises that provide time for reflection to city explorations that spark creativity, travel experiences often become the source of breakthrough ideas and fresh approaches to familiar problems.
Recent Adventure
Just returned from an amazing cruise experience where I captured some great photos and had time to reflect on future projects and goals.
How Personal Interests Enhance Professional Life
Fresh Perspectives
Engaging in diverse activities exposes me to different problem-solving approaches and ways of thinking that often apply to technical challenges in unexpected ways.
Stress Relief and Mental Clarity
Time away from screens and technical problems allows the subconscious mind to process complex issues, often leading to breakthrough solutions during or after recreational activities.
Enhanced Creativity
Creative pursuits and new experiences stimulate different parts of the brain, leading to more innovative thinking and novel approaches to technical and business challenges.
Better Communication
Diverse experiences provide a wealth of analogies and stories that make technical concepts more accessible to non-technical stakeholders.
The Philosophy of Balance
Renewal
Regular breaks from work and technology prevent burnout and maintain long-term sustainability in high-demand careers.
Inspiration
New experiences and challenges outside of work provide fresh inspiration and prevent creative stagnation.
Fulfillment
A rich personal life provides meaning and satisfaction that extends beyond professional achievements.
Share Your Passions
I'm always interested in hearing about what drives and inspires others outside of work. Whether it's a shared hobby or something completely new to me, I'd love to connect and share stories.
Connect Over Common Interests