04/24/2025
I finally made it to New York—and it’s safe to say, it lived up to the hype. From the skyline to the side streets, the architecture is something else. But what stood out most wasn’t the buildings—it was the people. The stories. The vibe.
A city that makes you feel both small and unstoppable at the same time. I spent time at Mercer Labs, which was probably the most thought-provoking experience of the trip. It’s designed to pull you out of the grind and back into the mindset of wonder, curiosity, and self-awareness. It made me think: we get so caught up chasing goals that we forget to look around. We forget to pause.
This was one of the rare times I actually took a vacation—actually stepped away from work—and it gave me clarity I didn’t even realize I needed. A reminder that being present is just as important as being driven.