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Nico's Musings
Nico's Musings is my personal blog, a space where I share my thoughts and reflections on a variety of topics. I hope you find something here that sparks your interest!
Growth
This section is all about personal & professional growth, where I dive into thoughts on self-improvement and building a better you. Whether you're looking for inspiration or practical tips to step up your game, there's something here that might just spark a change.
Jan 63 min read
Finding inspiration in Finding Ultra: a journey of endurance and transformation
When I first picked up Finding Ultra  by Rich Roll, I was already deep into my own training for the Sydney marathon. Let me tell you,...
Nov 20, 20242 min read
Scaling new heights: my journey through Via Ferrata in the south of France
Adventures often find us at crossroads, presenting choices between the safety of the familiar and the thrill of the unknown. This was...
Sep 19, 20242 min read
From breathless to marathon finisher
Growing up with asthma, running was never in the cards for me. For as long as I can remember, it felt impossible and painful - an...
Jun 19, 20242 min read
Talent Is Overrated!
Does talent exist? Perhaps, but it's definitely not the key to success in any task! We often admire extraordinary individuals, thinking,...
Feb 14, 20242 min read
Illuminating the darkness: insights from Viktor Frankl's "Man's Search for Meaning"
Viktor Frankl's seminal work, Man's Search for Meaning , offers profound insights into human resilience and the capacity to find purpose...
Sep 30, 20232 min read
3 mistakes that have been pivotal in my personal and professional growth...Â
Last week , I had the honour of delivering the graduation occasional address at UNSW . During this emotional moment, I shared 3 key...
Jun 30, 20233 min read
Outlive: a journey to longevity and transformation
Two years ago, I embarked on a transformational journey. I wanted to become the best version of myself in 4 years (before my 50!), not...
Feb 15, 20231 min read
Work-life flow...
I don’t believe in work life balance. Work-life balance suggests you should split your time equally between work and the rest of your...
Dec 30, 20223 min read
Remembering Pelé, the king
The world of football mourns the passing yesterday of a true legend, Pelé, who left an indelible mark on the sport and on the hearts of...
Mar 14, 20223 min read
The Telomere Effect: A Guide to Health and Longevity
The Telomere Effect  by Elizabeth Blackburn and Elissa Epel feels like the scientific validation of everything I’ve been working on for...
Apr 16, 20212 min read
Mindset by Carol Dweck: A Life-Changing Perspective on Growth
When I first picked up Mindset: Changing the Way You Think to Fulfil Your Potential  by Carol Dweck , I wasn’t expecting it to have such...
Aug 30, 20172 min read
My Chat with Ian Gardiner: why I Founded Sinorbis
I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with a good mate of mine, Ian Gardiner on his podcast, Open the Pod Bay Doors , to talk about...
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