Shiny Object Syndrome: 3 Strategies That Help Me Stay Focused
3 strategies that are actually helping me stay focused.
Edge of David
Hey I'm David. I'm self employed and live abroad. Here I share behind the scenes content of running an online business, living abroad, personal growth strategies and building wealth.
Tools & Gear
Ultralight Packing for Minimalist Travel
In the spirt of James Clear who published an excellent ultralight packing list years ago, here are my travel essentials.
Personal Growth
How To Make Friends and Meet Cool People (as an Expat)
“There are no strangers here: Only friends you haven’t yet met.” -William Butler Yeats
Financial Independence
How Plan To Make $1-3K/monthly With EdgeofDavid.com
Can I make money online with a casual, personal brand?
Personal Growth
No Excuses: If You're Behind, It's Time To RUN
Let's turn dreams into plans.
Personal Growth
The Peak of a Man is 38
I'm 42. I've always said it's 28-38 for a man's prime. I get so much push back on this. I have no idea why young people think 30+ is a grandpa or something.
The Vault
Are Passport Bros Ruining Thailand?
I lived in Thailand from 2011 to 2016, then returned from 2022 to 2025. That's nine years of boots-on-the-ground experience, so I feel pretty qualified to weigh in on what's actually changed versus what people assume has changed. The Real Problem Isn't What You
Expat Travel
Why Thailand's Tourism Industry Is Struggling And What Needs to Change
From 2011-2016 I called Thailand home. I worked as an English teacher building my side thing that's now my main thing and I was lucky I got to see Thailand before every passport bro and their mom started talking about this place. Once I came back in 2022,
Financial Independence
The American Dream is Not Dead, You Just Can't Afford It
I don't want this to be all doom and gloom as clearly we are in a 4th turning, a time period characterized by societal crisis and upheaval (oh fun), but hey, that's where we are. On the other side is peace, prosperity, growth and stability. But
Financial Independence
Don't Buy Bitcoin, Buy Gold (Because You're Old)
Who needs progress when you can touch shiny things?
Tools & Gear
My iPhone Vlogging Setup - Simple and Easy for Beginners
The whole point of using an iPhone is to keep it simple. So in this short guide, I'll share with you my light, easy to use setup.
Expat Travel
The BEST Countries to Date Asian Girls (My Top 5)
Alright, let's go there. I'll step my foot into the proverbial bear trap and share my experiences and opinion based on 10+ years as an expat.