Weekly update 2

Hiking in Amsterdam (6.5 km) and visiting musea. Walking in Amsterdam is about soaking in the atmosphere of our capital city with its most beautiful canal houses. You pass by the Anne Frank House, and at the Hortus Botanicus, the broken mirrors of Jan Wolkers’ monument symbolise that “the sky after Auschwitz will never again be unblemished.”...

Why read the book? In Extreme Ownership, former Navy SEALs Jocko Willink and Leif Babin share their leadership secrets learned in combat. The book teaches you to take full responsibility for everything in your life and leadership. Whether you are in the military, business, or personal life, these principles can help you improve your leadership,...

Why read the book? In Discipline Equals Freedom, former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink shares his philosophy on life, success, and overcoming challenges. This is not a typical self-help book; it is a straightforward guide to cultivating discipline in every aspect of your life. With actionable insights on mindset, fitness, and mental toughness, this book...

Last week (2024-12-30 - 2025-01-05): walked 58.1 kilometres weight 88 kg BMI 28.7 It is a good starting point of my goal to lose 22 kilograms in the next 6 months. When I reach that I have lost 50 kg over a course of a year. Just by walking and eating the right food. It is very simple, but not easy. Wrote a blogpost about the year 2024 and a...

Why read the book? Arnold Schwarzenegger shares his wisdom from decades of success in bodybuilding, acting, business, and politics in Be Useful. With his signature toughness and humor, he reveals seven key principles that shaped his journey, from hard work and discipline to staying curious and always giving back. It’s a practical, no-frills guide...