Coming Back and re-imaging myself

It’s been a while since I used this blog as a platform, shared any thoughts, or simply wrote anything. A lot has changed since then—mostly, I have changed.

I won’t get into who I am now at Immunefi or what I do in the crypto space, as this blog won’t be focused exclusively on that. Instead, this will be a personal space, a place to share my perspective on a wide range of topics: Web3, security, bug bounty hunting, analog methods that help with productivity, general productivity, journaling, mechanical watches, photography, leadership, book reviews, and other things I’ve yet to discover I want to write about.

As I said, I’ve changed and so have my priorities. I no longer want to force myself to do things I don’t enjoy. And this blog, back when I wrote regularly, was something I truly did enjoy. Topics may change, but the act of writing itself was what kept me going. In hindsight, that mattered more than I realized.

The act of analog anything is good for the soul

Journaling has always been a part of my life, but I took it to another level last year learning more about the practice, exploring different methods, and discovering how to truly use a notebook. It’s something I find deeply enjoyable. It helps me stay focused in this age of endless information, social media, and constant pings from our phones.

As part of this shift, I stopped wearing my Apple Watch after 2.5 years. I switched to a mechanical watch and fell in love with watchmaking. There’s a kind of freedom in simply glancing at your wrist to check the time or date—without being distracted by a wave of notifications. That simplicity? Priceless.

I also got deeper into photography. I’ve always enjoyed the craft and often used my smartphone to learn and experiment. Still the best and cheapest way to get started. But eventually, I transitioned to film photography. It’s another analog medium that forces you to slow down, to think before you press the shutter. Each roll gives me 36–38 frames, and maybe 50–75% of those are usable.

You might think that’s not a lot, but let me ask you this:

Of the thousands of photos on your smartphone, how many are actually meaningful?

We take 5–10 shots of the same thing simply because nothing stops us. We end up with bloated galleries full of near-identical images, pictures we might post online and never look at again. With film, it’s different. You wait a day (or more) to see your results. You value the ones that turn out well.

It teaches you to wait, something rare in today’s world of instant gratification. That sense of patience and intentionality? I’ve come to appreciate it more as I get older (not that old, but still).

Journaling gives me a similar kind of grounding. I sit down multiple times a day to jot down tasks, highlights, moments of gratitude, reflections, quotes, to-dos, and thoughts about things I’ve encountered online or offline that struck me as meaningful. I reflect on work and life events, track habits, and look back at previous entries to understand recurring patterns or unresolved issues.

It keeps my mind in check, especially when it starts to drift toward anxiety or stress.

Through journaling, I’ve already sketched out ideas for future blog entries. It’s a tool that helps me stay aligned with my goals. I’ve been experimenting with different systems some work, some don’t and I want to share what’s helped me, and what hasn’t.

I recently started my first commonplace book. I don’t know yet what it will become, but the process of discovering its purpose (and myself) is exciting.

Reading Again, Growing Again and Writing Again

Another change: I came back to reading. Two years ago, I barely read anything. Now I average about 1.5 books per month. That may not sound like a lot, but going from zero to fifteen books last year and already ten this year is something I’m proud of.

Of course, it’s not just about the number of books you read, but how you absorb and apply what you learn. Sometimes, it’s simply about unwinding and finding peace. Whatever the reason, reading has become part of how I grow as a person.

As I’ve said I’ve changed. My focus is different now. I want to write more, and I want to get better at it. Like with anything, practice is key.

“In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice.
In practice, there is.”

This is my first blog post in a long time. I can’t promise what you’ll find here going forward. But I can promise this: this will be my public space to document my journey. A journey to become a better writer, a better storyteller, and hopefully someone who impacts at least one person in a meaningful way.

See you soon.