I've always been curious about what it means to live a good life — and how to approach that question from a secular, rational, and compassionate point of view.

Over the years, that curiosity led me to a lot of philosophy and self-development content. At some point, however, I realized I wasn't meaningfully applying those ideas to my own life.

During a particularly challenging time, as I began journaling regularly, it became clear that on many important questions, I was defaulting to society’s answers instead of thinking them through for myself. Knowing about some neat mental models and frameworks was very different from actually applying them to my life.

“The first principle is that you must not fool yourself — and you are the easiest person to fool.”

— Richard P. Feynman

Examined Self is the product of that journey. It’s the tool I felt was missing — one that helps you understand yourself more deeply and apply timeless wisdom in a meaningful, personal way.

It’s for those who may feel a little stuck. And it's also for those who simply refuse to stop learning and growing and seeking a more examined, fulfilling life.