Happy Friday! ☀️
After a relaxing weekend in the mountains near Vienna, I spent the week in Stockholm for work and play. My LA-based friend Sarah Hanner–writer, producer, director, and actress-screened her short film Bläckfisk in Stockholm where she shot the short film two years ago on an island in the archipelago. On this occasion we also celebrated our 10-year friendship anniversary. I met Sarah on a mountain in Utah in 2013 and we’ve been friends ever since.
What I’m reading 📖
I’ve been following Derek Sivers’ work for a while and am a fan of his writing. In his fourth book ‘Useful Not True’ he invites us to question our beliefs as a way to find out what works for us individually. In his words, the writing is “a mix of skepticism and pragmatism yet opposed to all -isms.” More about his work.
What I’m listening to 🎧
The Japanese House’s new album is dreamy and perfect for an afternoon by the pool. 28-year old Amber Mary Bain is a multi-instrumentalist from England and an artist to watch.
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What I’m watching 📺
This week I went back to a real movie theatre for the first time in a long while. Sarah hosted a screening of her short film ‘Bläckfisk’ in an art house theatre in Stockholm for cast, crew, and friends and what she created is stunning. Watch for yourself in this trailer.
What I’m thinking about 🧠
“Doubt each old thing you know. Require current evidence. Make it prove itself to be true today. Otherwise, let it go.” – Derek Sivers
What else?! 💯
Last Sunday I watched the Wimbledon men’s final and it was an incredible match with two opponents representing two generations of elite tennis. 20-year old Alcaraz defeated 36-year old Djokovic in a gripping match. What stood out for me were the after-match comments by both players. An example for sportsmanship, humility, and kindness. Here’s Djokovic’s interview and here’s Alcaraz’.
Thanks for reading, have a great weekend!
David
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