Sydney, at night

“If your photos aren’t good enough then you’re not close enough”
— Robert Capa

I am only just learning to balance my two lives - the one I must be (work), and the one I love to be (me). I have been conditioned to do what I must do first and it has occupied my entire life. I have been meaning to post as often as I can but work-life imbalance sometimes need to be allowed…..sometimes.

Personally, I find that learning to balance takes place when we allow ourselves to let go and accept. I have learned to let go of what I can’t control, like time. Time, that I always chase to complete my work projects with my self-imposed deadlines so I can accomplish more. I have learned to accept that sometimes I just have to draw the line between work time and me time. Believe me it is not easy. It is not always possible either. I have friends who work for themselves and often that blurs the two timelines.

However as I am a believer of the growth mindset, I dare to try and keep on trying. My camera has been a convenient excuse and it has given me the perfect distraction to focus on me and what I love doing. For some, it can be a riveting book, music, canvas and paint, or meditation. Whatever you need to give you the most satisfying me time even just for 15 minutes a day, get it and do it.

What has been your most positive distraction so far? I am keen to hear your experiences or challenges with work-life balance and how you manage it. Do leave your comments below.

Thanks for dropping by!

Photos taken in Sydney, all mine with Sony Alpha 7II and 50mm prime lens.

Tokyo Streets

“A confluence of vintage and contemporary....”

Tokyo is a fascinating place. I have not encountered anyone who has been to Tokyo and did not like it. On this night I decided to explore the famous Shibuya crossing again. Despite living in Japan for almost five years, I have been consumed with studying and working that I have neglected to appreciate my surrounding and city. So I decided this time on a holiday after nearly 10 years, to re-explore Tokyo and take my own version of the Shibuya crossing photos.

However, as I walked to re-orient myself, I was drawn to the narrow alleys and I could not take my eyes off the scene. The place displays a dichotomy of old and new, of traditional and ultra modern, of flamboyance and simplicity. And therefore became a confluence of vintage and contemporary that makes it a unique mega city.

One night strolling with fully open senses and living in the moment made my heart and soul full.

I hope you enjoyed dropping by and looking at the street scene photos.

What has been your experience in Tokyo? Let me know if you have stopped by, or took photos yourself of the same spot where I have been.

All photos are mine, taken on Sony Alpha 7II with 50mm F1.8 prime lens.