Category: Ask Colin

Colin, Most of my twenties have been spent in a relationship of one kind or another, none of which have lead to fulfillment. For the first time in a long time I have enjoyed being single, though I face occasional…

Dear Colin, Sigh. Big Sigh. I feel like the worst kind of person, and I’m searching everywhere for signs that I don’t have to feel guilty. I have asked my husband for a divorce. And the hard thing is, most…

As a long time listener of your podcast, I’ve found (too) many interesting books to read as result of your suggestions. I understand that video games aren’t completely alien form of media to you either, and I’m wondering if there…

Hey Colin, I am from Mumbai, India and I will be finishing my masters in two months. My dream has always been to get a good job in the west. I intend to move to Europe or the States to…

Hi Colin, My husband got a job in another city, and I am tied to our current city professionally as I am in the midst of taking over my family’s art business, which I feel is my mission in life…

Dear Colin, I am at a point in my life where many of my friends are getting married, having kids, settling in to a career. I am very much the opposite (or at the least, different): I am an artist,…

Hi Colin, I have a question that I have been wrestling with as a graduate student. I’m living 2,000 miles away from home, haven’t found a community where I’m currently living, and the work that I am doing is interesting,…

How does one take the necessary steps to free oneself from the daily 9-5 and pursue the lifestyle of freedom while still having the ability to earn enough to support oneself? I have a ton of knowledge on fitness and…

Hi Colin, I hope you’re well. I’ve been a fan of your work for some time and attended your recent talk in Atlanta. I’ve been thinking a lot about intentionality, awareness, connection, etc. and I’ve run into a dilemma. I’m…

I have been trying to find a broader context for making career and life choices. I am 58, so a lot of advice I hear is for a younger age group. I have been journaling, but not regularly. So my…