Hey, I’m Ben.

I write about what I’m building, how it’s going, and what I’m learning as I design a more intentional life.

Right now that means building Linghui, practicing Mandarin, and learning how to get useful work into real people’s hands.

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June 29, 2025 Discipline

Momentum Is a Superpower

Momentum turns small daily actions into a force multiplier that builds skill, reduces friction, and compounds progress.

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