I’m a writer, flaneur, and certified surf bum, still figuring it all out. I started this site in 2017 to help 10 million people live a more fulfilling life. That mission led to a sea of essays, newsletters, podcasts, and book summaries that reached millions of people. But my motivations have shifted with time. When I started this work, I wanted to become a best-selling author, captivating speaker, or internet sage. Now all of those labels sound like youthful hokum to me.