(Last updated: October 2025, from a rainy corner of northern Spain).
A Shift in My Professional World
The last few months have been a period of intense focus at work. After spending most of last year working as webmaster, I’ve made the leap to go fully independent. My goal isn’t just to be a freelancer, but to build a small, sustainable studio focused on creating digital tools for researchers and academic institutions.
It’s been a steep learning curve. I’m spending less time coding and more time than I ever thought possible learning about client acquisition, project management, and the specific needs of the academic world. Right now, I’m deep in the middle of my first major solo project: developing a data visualization platform for a marine biology institute.
It’s challenging work, but it feels incredibly meaningful to build something that helps scientists share their findings.
Mind, Body, and Growth
On the personal front, my focus has been centered on a few key areas for well-being and growth.
I’m dedicating a significant amount of time to sports. I’ve found that getting in a heavy workout or a long run is the best way for me to process ideas, clear my head, and maintain the energy required for focused, deep work.
Alongside the physical, I am prioritizing mental clarity. My meditation practice has become a cornerstone of my daily routine. It’s no longer just a minor habit, but the essential anchor that helps me navigate the inevitable ups and downs of building a new business and staying grounded.
Intellectually, my curiosity is as high as ever. I am relentlessly seeking out new psychology studies and research to improve my understanding of how we think and behave. This isn’t just a casual hobby; it’s a deep passion for learning that helps me grow, and it even informs my professional work in building more human-centered tools.
What I’m Consuming
I’m trying to be more intentional about what I read.
Reading: I’m currently reading «Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals» by Oliver Burkeman. It’s an «anti-productivity» book that argues for accepting our limitations, and it’s been the perfect companion to my new freelance journey. For fiction, I just finished «Project Hail Mary» by Andy Weir, and it was the most fun I’ve had reading a book in years.
That’s the update from my side. Life is a bit chaotic but in a good way. If you’re reading this and want to connect, feel free to send me an email. I’m always happy to hear what other people are working on.
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