Mike Donghia

I hate that sinking feeling when someone close to me achieves something great, and instead of feeling pure joy for them, there’s a little pang of sadness in my gut. It’s not that I…

Here’s a thought I keep coming back to: what if, instead of constantly raising the bar for what impresses me, refining my tastes, and sharpening my sensibilities, I worked on becoming easier to please? Imagine cultivating…

I’ve heard people describe minimalism as a lifestyle designed for singles or child-free couples. Others argue it’s a privilege reserved for the wealthy, who can afford the chic, pristine aesthetic often associated with the…

While I don’t struggle much with anxiety, I’d say I have what you might call a restless mind—always moving, always going, and sometimes downright exhausting. It’s not that I’m overwhelmed with worry, but there’s…

I love the modern world. As much as I sometimes feel nostalgic for the past, I wouldn’t trade living in this time for any other. There’s so much to celebrate about the age we’re…

I’m a product of my culture—no question about it. One of the defining traits of Western culture is individualism, the celebration of individual rights and independence. I don’t just accept this aspect of my…

I’ve faced some hard moments in my life—times when the health and relationships of people I deeply love have been tested in ways that broke my heart. In those seasons, I’ve found strength in…

I’ll be the first to admit it—I’m not great at multitasking. And honestly, most people aren’t, even if they think they are. I’ve watched enough multitaskers struggle to keep up to realize how much…

I’ve written a lot about habits, and while I believe they’re important, I can’t help but approach the topic with a bit of skepticism. You’ve probably heard it before: “All you need are better…

For nearly three years, I lived with relentless brain fog, and it turned out the culprit was something as simple—and as profound—as not getting enough oxygen through my nose. When I finally found a…

Sometimes in life, you hit a point where a problem becomes so urgent that chipping away at it just won’t cut it. If your financial life feels like it’s spiraling out of control, this…

I’ve noticed that many people treat minimalism like it’s the answer to life’s biggest questions. As if decluttering your home or paring down your wardrobe could magically give your life purpose and meaning. But…