Introspective Musings

Self-improvement every day

Build a more meaningful and healthier lifestyle.

Introspective Musings helps confused young adults craft a well-rounded lifestyle for a memorable life by delving into three core pillars of health, human psychology, and sense of self.

If you‘re interested in constant growth and self-development, please subscribe to the blog by scrolling to the end of the page!

Health Shadman Rahman Health Shadman Rahman

Ten Quaranteed Fun Things to Do

The global pandemic has us all isolated at home in a way that no one has experienced in their lifetimes. Sitting at home, many of us are getting bored not being able to go out and enjoy what was once available to explore. How can we find some "quaranteed" fun during these unusual times to keep life fun, light, and meaningful? Check out a list of 10 fun things to do while you're quarantined.

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Small Defining Moments

Little whispers and taps will always fall your way if you choose to believe a certain way of life for yourself. Explore how to define a clear vision for the life you desire and how that will carry itself out naturally. You will start experiencing defining moments, and life will start coming to you through these moments instead of you having to chase it in the form of well-timed cathartic beats.

Read More
Health, Human Psychology Shadman Rahman Health, Human Psychology Shadman Rahman

Recovery for the Mind and Body

Submerging yourself into the cold is one of the most hated tasks by us humans. Recovery often comes in the form of adding even more pain to the very exercise that is causing you the initial pain you want to recover from. Being able to train the mind and physical body to take mini ice recovery baths is vital for the long-run performance for us humans. Learn how to finally rest your mind and body!

Read More
Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman

Patience for the Long Run

Being able to look at the long term journey and chart out the small, sequential steps will win every single time. The only issue is being able to stay the course with utmost patience as the grand vision gets closer and closer to realization. We all have the power to execute with patience and can adapt to the ups and downs that come with the journey. Learn more about how to execute with patience!

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Aspire for a Grand Life

Capture inspiration from anything and everything around you. We often are taught to only be value seeking/obtaining creatures throughout life. However, the greatest power comes from being able to generate and spread value to the rest of the world in return from initially taking inspiration from others. We must not settle for the ordinary but aspire for greatness as we all can achieve a grand life!

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Continue to Study Yourself

Detaching yourself from your own self is a pretty metaphysical experience to say the least. Self-ology, or the study of self, is a fascinating pursuit once you can perform this otherworldly detachment to become your own sort of therapist. Find a way to study yourself to be your own harshest critic so that you can be your own natural source for growth for a long time to come! Off to studying now!

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Realizations after Graduating College

No more structure in the form of school poses scary in life after graduating college. More often than not, we allow ourselves to let loose and let our true ambitions go untouched for years on end. Let's take a simple moment to define our future goals and learn from those that have come before us, and their greatness, as we navigate this scary, yet exciting, life after graduating college finally!

Read More
Human Psychology Shadman Rahman Human Psychology Shadman Rahman

Handling the Self Inflicted Heartache

Finding that daunting empty sensation manifest physically is no fun at all. It is a gentle reminder that we all need to continue working towards calibrating our visions for growth and what we truly want in life. Acknowledge the odd, self inflicted heartache when it happens, but let it be a soothing sign that you are destined for something truly eye-opening if you choose to feel out the moment.

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Finding Your Inner Sanctuary

A sense of self is hard to get a good grasp on when the world is constantly bombarding you with shiny things left and right. Finding your own inner sanctuary and zone to just do you is a prized possession in today's world. Your own intuition and inner voice are should be your best friends in life but are often tuned out. Let's block out the external noises to find greater clarity in your own self.

Read More
Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman

The Culturescape Phenomenon

The culturescape of how we all should live our lives creates unnecessary pressure. Too many social norms dictate our very being without leaving room for us to gain world experiences to color our own perspectives. Learning to escape from this "black hole" as I call it is no easy feat, but it is all the more worthwhile when you take a step back to view the limitations of the social culturescape.

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Lose Yourself in the Moment

We all have a good story from our lives that paints ourselves ludicrous to the rest of the world. But why does it feel so unbelievably good to be in this otherworldly zone? It's because we lose ourselves in the moment in a state of authentic euphoria. Losing yourself to the moment channels your most authentic self. Embrace that moment and the unique abilities that others simply cannot understand.

Read More
Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman

Humanity's Timeless Quality

Technology and innovation have paved the way for a more connected and productive world. However, it has also taken away from the very fact that human beings have always already been connected. We've shared tremendous connections through friendships and family relations. Explore the greatest capacity for human connection in the oldest and most trusted form of connection in loving one another!

Read More
Human Psychology Shadman Rahman Human Psychology Shadman Rahman

Gauging Emotional Temperatures

Emotional temperatures are easy and hard to gauge. Warmth and fire are elements we seek to constantly always be energized and seeking out the next great opportunity. The flip side of the cool ice by embracing our inner peace and stillness often gets neglected. Find the balance in the imbalance between the two forces by learning to gauge and authentically feel your varying emotional temperatures.

Read More
Human Psychology Shadman Rahman Human Psychology Shadman Rahman

Using Emotional Scars as Weapons

Find your own personal scarring memory that you typically shy away from unveiling to others. Guard the scar close and use it as a weapon for personal motivation to trudge along through life's vicissitudes. While emotional scars heal with time, it is up to us to use them for the greater good. Ultimately, that emotional scar can propel you to levels of excellence that were never fathomable before.

Read More
Human Psychology Shadman Rahman Human Psychology Shadman Rahman

Beauty in the Darker Emotions

The darker side of emotions is often neglected and seen as unfit for society. However, I've found the use for them to uncover the true beauty of our individual journeys in becoming better human beings. In this journey, you'll find that the darker side of emotions provides a great source of personal fuel and motivation to propel you to grander heights. Let's embrace the beauty in the darkness.

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Developing a Personal Brand

Cultivating a personal brand is one of the hardest journeys out their in the digital marketing world when personal interests and business interests don't always overlap. Come see how separating your sense of self with what it is that you do can open gateways to developing your own brand. Think not only for yourself but for the global community in the journey that is building your personal brand!

Read More
Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman

The Dual Actor's Mentality Explained

The Dual Actor's Mentality phenomenon finally gets unpacked. Learn what my freshman year self back at Cal thought of one day late at night to distinguish between two senses of self that we are always pushing and pulling to get away from and to inhabit respectively. We're all visionaries and actors once you put this phenomenon in perspective. The duality of self will absolutely change your life!

Read More
Self Shadman Rahman Self Shadman Rahman

Drawing Upon Your Past

Just be you. Simpler said than done, am I right? Finding your leadership style is often going to lead you on twists and turns like never before. Learning to lead shouldn't be that hard when you understand that your true self can shine as a leader without compromising on fundamental values you once looked for in a leader. Drawing from your past is a scary yet powerful act. Let's harness that power!

Read More
Shadman Rahman Shadman Rahman

Finding Meaning in Kobe's Career

One last game. Kobe Bryant has so wonderfully graced the Los Angeles Laker's history for the last 20 years. His life journey from an 18 year old kid to now has some magic gems that we can all take away and apply to our lives to encompass the Mamba Mentality. Kobe's journey has had so many ups and downs that we all can derive meaning from. I hope we all can cherish the meaning of Kobe's life.

Read More
Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman Human Psychology, Self Shadman Rahman

Embrace Your Truth

It's a grand shift shedding all the hopes and dreams we all had when we were little kids on the playgrounds for practical visions for our future as we grow older. I'd like to bring us all back to our core, truthful selves in order to craft a way to bring out the truly best form of self for each and every single one of us. We need to live out our truths, so now is the time to embrace your truth.

Read More

All content published and distributed as part of this entire Site, including the Introspective Musings blog, is protected by our Disclaimer.