Some Books for Self-Transcendence
A curated list of books that have helped me become a more conscious and powerful human being.
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Forging the 'Stronghand' Terminal — September 2026 Update
Sixteen months after building an elaborate Windows terminal, almost none of it is left. What sixteen months of actual usage revealed about this machine, and the small setup that survived.
I Didn't Start Cooking for Love
I didn't start cooking for love. A spreadsheet sent me to the kitchen; stacked hours, cast iron, and arroz con pollo are why I stayed.
Rolling Back Main (And Why You Shouldn't Have to)
Practical guide for solo developers who need to undo bad commits on main, followed by an honest reflection on why it happened and how to avoid it when vibecoding with AI tools.
🖼️ VS Code Title Bar Signaling System
A lightweight cognitive system to visually track project intent and mental context through color-coded VS Code title bars.
Total Concentration Breathing (4-Second Intervals)
A rhythmic, box-style breathing technique used to cultivate focus, regulate the nervous system, and deepen mind-body awareness.
Fasting from Dawn to Dusk: A Metabolic Ritual
A 10.5-hour intentional fast and the ritualistic, physiological, and psychological shifts it unlocks.
Customizing ChatGPT: Crafting a Mirror, Not a Mirrorball
Approach to AI customization focused on integrity and reflection rather than productivity. Shows how to configure ChatGPT based on personal values for authentic self-expression.
The Underrated Superfood: Why Beef Heart Should Be on Your Plate
Nutritional comparison of beef heart with common meats, showing its iron, B12, zinc, and CoQ10 content. Includes cooking methods and ways to add it to your diet.
Why I Built builds.software — and What I’m Building Next
Built my own space: no ads, no feed, just soul + software. A digital forge for legacy, code, and craft. Welcome to builds.software.
Forging the 'Stronghand' Terminal: From Chaos to Command
Guide to building a development terminal on Windows 11 using WezTerm, PowerShell 7, Oh-My-Posh, and Zoxide. Includes setup steps and configuration examples.