Welcome, my friend.
This newsletter is a mountain hut for you who want to live a meaningful, intentional, and slower life.
This is a place for you who have a deep desire to learn, create, and connect with other intellectually curious and optimistic people.
Have a little rest before you feel ready to continue your journey.
I’m glad you have found your way here.
My Story
One day in late 2009, I was walking down the streets after coming home from my studies in the States. I felt strangely unsettled. I didn’t have a destination in mind and just wandered as if time didn’t exist.
During that random walk, these questions came to mind:
What does it mean to live a good life?
Why are we here?
Who are we, really?
How can we improve ourselves in a meaningful way?
How can we build a better relationship with the people we love the most?
Why shouldn't we ask more “why”?
I feel privileged to have stumbled upon Substack and started writing in 2021. To me, writing is the best way to explore who I am and why I am here. And I’m grateful you’ve found me hiding in my little hut on the internet. This is truly special that we have met at this moment in time.
My First Question for You
Nothing brings me more joy than making a connection with you.
So, I have a question for you:
What was it like for you growing up?
Drop me your answer with the button below. I am curious to listen to your story.
Here are Some Good Places to Start Reading
Who am I?
Born and raised in Hong Kong, went to Wichita, Kansas as a high school exchange student (that was random, I know), then went to college in Seattle.
My wife and I have two kids (Amati and Leighton)
Love hiking, playing football with my friends, and of course, writing
Working in the social innovation and impact space since 2017
What’s Dad?
Like all the dads out there, I have learned a few lessons when it comes to being a dad. I have created a guide for other dads who want to explore what it means to be a dad.
If you are a dad yourself or happen to know someone who loves talking about this whole parenting thing, check it out and feel free to share it.
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I know we’ve just met. But I am grateful that you’ve discovered my work and found it resonated enough for you to click the subscribe button.
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Connect
If you have any ideas and thoughts, leave a comment on any of my posts. I will always read them and reply, even if it might take a while. I will always reply.
This newsletter is, and will always be free. If you want to unsubscribe, I’m glad we have crossed paths in this life.
Thanks again.
It’s great to have you here.
- Franco
