Writing As Modern History

Taking the time to write at turning points in your life becomes really valuable over time.

Looking through old essays recently, I realised that at each major point in the last ~5 years, I’d recorded my actions and reasons.

It’s interesting to re-read yourself as a stranger — to see what’s changed, what’s faded away.

In the moment it’s just an update. In retrospect it’s a guided tour.

Announcing the Sessions acquisition: February 19, 2014 — Sessions Has Been Acquired

Launching Sessions to the public: August 7, 2013 — What We’re Working on at Sessions

Graduating from Rock Health: July 10, 2012 — Be Honest About The Problem You Want To Solve

Starting Sessions: January 26, 2012 Sessions — A Program To Help You Exercise More

Leaving Boxee: March 10, 2011 — Getting Prepared

The launch of the Boxee Box: November 20, 2010 — Dear Mum, This is why I moved to New York

Moving to New York: May 16, 2010: I’m moving to New York and working with Boxee.