Yesterday, someone asked me why I post everything in black and white. To be honest, I hadn’t given it much thought beyond the fact that I just love the dramatic look and feel. But then I started to reflect on why I’m drawn to it—and the answer became abundantly clear.

This morning, while walking our dog Sofie, I had one of those moments where life slows down just enough for a new insight to come through. Some of life’s most powerful lessons aren’t found in books, podcasts, or seminars—they’re often right in front of us, waiting to be noticed...

Standing in the presence of this ancient marvel, I couldn’t help but wonder: what truly stands the test of time for us as human beings? What is as true for the people of ancient Rome as it is for us today? What is equally relevant for a slave laboring on magnificent Roman structures as it is for an employee working a 9-to-5 job in modern times?

Imagine your mind as a vast collection of Lego pieces. Just like Lego comes in various shapes, sizes and colors, your mind consists of different thoughts, emotions, memories, and experiences.

Imagine life as a grand casino, where each of us steps up to the table of existence. The dice in our hands represent our thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions.