Essays

Essays & field notes.

Short pieces on the methodology, the practice, and the research behind all of it.

Start from the self, not the goal

Why the Coring methodology starts from \"who are you\" before \"what do you want.\"

Why positive psychology emerged, and how it differs from \"positive thinking.\"

There's a real, practical distinction — and it's rarely explained well.

There are cases where we recommend not starting the journey. Honesty over commitment.

Two phases. Six stages. A deeper look at each.