Life in Concentric Circles

(A model for attention and agency) Imagine three circles around your life: one you control, one you can influence, and one that remains untouched by your worry. Opening Scenes of Misplaced Attention Coffee Shop I am sitting at a corner table sipping filter coffee. I see a bunch of men in their forties and older discussing animatedly the latest in Tamil Nadu politics—actor Vijay winning the election, fan clubs, youth

 

Success is a trap (Here’s the Exit Ramp)

(Why chasing success never feels enough—and how to step off the treadmill without quitting life) This series documents the ideas, mental models, and practical lessons that helped me learn skills and build habits over the years. These insights come from people and ideas I’ve encountered over the years. The path was anything but linear. It involved trial and error, false starts, and long stretches of inconsistency. I don’t aim for