The archive
Essays & notes
Things I’m learning, questions I’m sitting with, and ideas worth sharing.
8 pieces in the archive
Work is Love Made Visible
Career and work make up a significant part of our lives. Over a lifetime, the average person spends 13 years—roughly 90,000 hours—at work. To put this in perspective: we spend 26 years sleeping, 19 years in marriage (median duration), and o
Soulless Technology
When our ability to innovate exceeds our capacity for consciousness, technology becomes soulless materialism. The real race is between our tools and our wisdom.
How to Build a Solar Backup System for Under $5,000
Learn how to build an affordable DIY solar battery backup system for your home. Step-by-step guide to achieve energy independence with a 20KWH system.
The Fisherman and the Businessman
Discover the value of living in the present through a thought-provoking parable about a fisherman's encounter with a businessman.
Periodic Melodies
Discover the intersection of music and science with Periodic Melodies, inspired by Eric Weinstein and Stanley Jordan.
advice for young adults
Essential advice for young adults: Navigate uncertainty, find purpose, and embrace self-discovery. Tips for personal growth and success.
Money: The Hidden Backbone of Civilization
Explore money's evolution from ancient barter to cryptocurrencies, and how it has shaped human cooperation and civilizations throughout history.
Hello world
Join Gavin Mai's tech journey exploring blockchain, AI, and sustainable innovation. Insights on technology and startups in this inaugural post.