My Thoughts

This book records the author's effort to understand his own mind and place in the world through daily journaling. Along the way he drew inspiration from the Stoic philosophers Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, as well as from the male archetypes explored by Moore and Gillette. He examines his own beliefs, thoughts and ideas by posing questions and answering them, a method that has affected many readers, some of whom have asked for copies of their own.

The book is built from short excerpts. Some are brief, easily absorbed lines, while others offer more thought-provoking explanations. Each excerpt looks at everyday and overlooked matters with appreciation and curiosity. Because every excerpt stands on its own, readers do not need to remember plot points, twists or information from earlier pages. The aim is to prompt reflection rather than to lull the mind.

It is meant to stay within easy reach, such as on a coffee table, to be opened whenever a reader has a moment. Each time, the reader can let the passage connect with their own thoughts, circumstances and the present moment.

The topics include habits, authenticity, mindfulness, masculinity, healthy competition, motivation, adversity, being present and love.