Something that's been on my mind lately: the whole... prospect of financial freedom and breaking the mould of the expected route of the 9-5.

I've been starting to learn a little about investing, thanks to my interest in finance and personal development. I guess the vibes from working in an agency that services clients from the financial industry has also rubbed off me. Actually, I've always wanted to start investing in university. Okay by 'always' I mean only since two years ago thereabouts.

Slowing down is one thing, but choosing to stay is another. I've been thinking about how to savour every moment and make everlasting memories. And it seems that the answer is to linger. To abide, immerse, feel. To wait. Stay.

Doubt. That queasy, sinking feeling in your heart. If you have experienced it (you probably have), you know it sucks.

It's crazy how it's December and I haven't spoken to anyone other than my classmates this latter half of the year. Okay I exaggerate, but I guess life has just been quiet. Not bad in any way, just quiet, silent, insert another adjective, you get the point.

Pete Wilkinson is, in his words, an 'ultra endurance triathlete' who somehow has time for his family, his business and training for his 6726938th race (okay, I exaggerate, but you get the point). He frames this publication like a workbook, giving readers his 1-3-5 approach to taking action and smash personal goals.