Bonus post - My Perspective Lens - A viewpoints newsletter (Fall edition)
This is a bonus post. My LinkedIn newsletter is quite similar to what I've been trying to compile here. So I thought, why not share it here as well?
Thoughts, Transitions, and Inspirations - Everything that matters. To me.
We all see the world through our unique lenses, build our lives with distinct approaches, and act based on our personal convictions. This newsletter is a collection of my subjective perspectives on the events and experiences that have shaped me over the past few months. From relocating to Malta to reflections on life, business insights, and the emotions driving me, I aim to offer a glimpse into what moves me right now. While these are my personal viewpoints, I hope they resonate with you, and I welcome your thoughts, experiences, and critiques on the topics discussed.
Dive into this curated selection of what’s been on my mind and heart recently.👇
Content
- Changes
- Malta Unfolded blog - Main topics of the recent months
- Consumed content
- JOMO
Changes
Half a year goes by quickly; in my previous summary, I wrote about moving to Malta, but now I’m writing from Hungary again.
At the same time, half a year is a long period, and I’ve tried to document this time in detail in the form of a blog. If you’re curious about my experiences, emotions, and adventures, you can explore them on the Malta Unfolded blog, available in two languages. The Hungarian version is accessible here.
After returning home in November, I took some time to reflect on what I’ve been doing over the past decade. I hoped this might help me find the workplace, project, or team where I can envision myself long-term. I compiled my experiences into a uniquely formatted CV, also available in both English and Hungarian.
So, yes, I'm open to work.
Malta Unfolded Blog - Main Topics of Recent Months
Since July, I’ve written a total of 25 posts on the blog, most of which resemble this summary. Personal experiences, stimuli, feelings, a bit of work, and a bit of leisure.
I explored the Maltese real estate market, toured the island (again), reflected on what preparing for a conference entails, how a few intense, eventful days feel, and, of course, the process of saying goodbye—both in advance and the (almost) final farewell. A month later, I also reviewed the overall balance of the experience.
Consumed Content
I’m a slow reader—or maybe just a scattered one. Currently, there are four English-language and two Hungarian books around me, and I have the sneaking suspicion that I might not finish any of them.
“I’m slow, but at least I’m happy,” I told a friend a few days ago in a completely different context. In Malta, I could blame the hills and the fact that I climbed 30,000 meters over the 2,100 kilometers I completed. But Zwift doesn’t lie—it confronts me with the harsh reality. You can’t cheat with watts.
So yes, I’m slow, but at least I’m happy.
It feels great to be able to work out daily now—swimming, running, cycling (indoors too), or even rowing. And, of course, walking.
It’s an interesting transition when the accumulated stress of years—or rather its source—disappears. The effect doesn’t show up immediately, and it’s not spectacular.
But it’s noticeable. You stop procrastinating; your stomach doesn’t clench with anxiety when faced with challenges or bad news. You become more solution-oriented. Anxiety doesn’t obscure everything. You become efficient. Focused. I recommend those few weeks to everyone—it’s worth it when you start to feel the difference.
You also realize what’s important and what’s not. And with that, we’ve come full circle, back to books. For instance, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less is a fantastic read if you want to focus on what truly matters. It’s worth rereading!
An Amazon Prime subscription offers a relatively cheap alternative for those tired of 'traditional' streaming platforms. I’d recommend two heavy but worthwhile films: Challengers and Deep Water. Both are difficult to watch but rewarding.
JOMO - Joy of Missing Out
Today, I read this term in December’s Forbes. Those burdened by FOMO—the fear of missing out—might particularly enjoy it. I feel the same, but this perspective somehow intuitively took root at the beginning of my journey to Malta. For the first time in my life, I felt no rush, knowing I had six months for this little island.
I recently had a conversation with a close friend who expressed pity that I had to travel by train from Gyékényes, one of my favorite places, to Győr. The interesting part is that I experienced this train ride as a kind of cathartic freedom.
This difference in perspective can stem from many factors, but it’s important to see its layers. For me, the desire to slow down, the joy of spending a few days in one of Hungary’s hidden corners, and the obsession with outdoor sports—even in cold weather—are all strong pulls. Not to mention my childhood fascination with trains.
And now, it feels wonderful to write these lines in a house built in 1949, by a tile stove, somewhere in Hungary’s forgotten corner near the Croatian border. It was nice to take the train here, walk around, go for a run, and enjoy a few days away from the hustle and bustle of Budapest.
For those few people who have read this far: what brings you joy? Especially the kind that others might find strange?
