Writing About My Life, Work, Creativity, and the Daily Effort to Learn, Grow, and Live Better.
Way back in 2008 I first published these five days on Kangaroo Island under separate articles. Last night I decided to put them all together and publish as one. It's really just a bunch of written journal entries, talking about that weekend my wife and I helped her parents moved their life from a farm... Continue Reading →
I've learnt over the last few years that what we eat before bed has a massive impact on how well I sleep! The Sleep Struggle for Outdoor Working Dads It's not just about feeling full or satisfied. It's about how my body uses food to regulate my circadian rhythm, the internal clock that dictates when... Continue Reading →
I’ve always been intrigued by the world of AI, so I thought, why not have a little fun with it? So I asked AI to create an acronym out of the word ALGORITHM that would sum up what the AI industry is all about. It turned out to be a really enjoyable exercise - mixing... Continue Reading →
Some of us who use the free ChatGPT do so by logging in via Google. Subsequently, ChatGPT is privy to all our personal information, our search history, and advertisements we click on. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Google also collects data through various means, including location tracking via GPS on our devices,... Continue Reading →
Whilst my wife and kids were off-island taking a (working-)holiday, I found myself craving the kind of food I used to indulge food had in my single days - bold, hearty flavours that pack a punch. After taking a look at the interior of our fridge, I decided to cook up a dinner similar to... Continue Reading →
In the past few days, I've come to understand how AI prompts are structured, and it's been quite the revelation. As someone with a background in web design, I see prompts in a way that’s much like piecing together HTML elements. It’s all about clear directives and purpose, where every element plays its part. Interestingly,... Continue Reading →
Ever since I discovered how useful AI can be, it’s become my secret weapon at work. You know, like a sidekick that’s always got my back—but way less annoying than Robin. First up, I’ve turned AI into my brainstorming buddy. When I’m stuck on blog post ideas, or trying to figure out the next radio... Continue Reading →
I have noticed over the last 45 years how television and movies have had a funny way of shaping how I see the world, often without even realizing it. What starts as “just entertainment” often seeps into my deep thoughts where I wander about aspects of fictional characters, then (occasionally) impacts on how I deal... Continue Reading →
As I prepared for the day last Friday, I caught a glimpse of my left side in a window reflection. It was a bit startling, to be honest! I hadn't realized how much weight I'd put on, particularly around my waist. Wearing elastic-top shorts most days, I guess I hadn't noticed the gradual increase in... Continue Reading →
The Entrepreneurial Life of Stephen Mitchell 