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2026-07-29 WED re: the earthquakes and disaster preparedness | Focus Shift

August 4, 2026 at 2:24 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

Today's short vlog briefly addresses the earthquakes and is mostly a reminder to make sure you have at least some basic emergency supplies on hand

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In short: The earthquakes were in far western Japan, we didn't even feel them, so everything is fine around here Please tend to your disaste

Re: anticipation and relief, my daughter has arrived! | Focus Shift

July 29, 2026 at 2:33 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

New vlog is up on my Patreon, which is free to follow, though voluntary subscriptions are always welcome and help my bottom line. Shares always appreciated.

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After the most anxiety-inducing anticipation I've ever known, I am pleased to report that my daughter has been born. She's the most beautifu

August 9, 2026 at 5:01 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

My Patreon, such as it is, can be found here:

www.patreon.com/c/focusshift

A short update for 2026-07-13 MON | Focus Shift

May 7, 2025 at 11:20 PM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

Three minutes of me talking to myself and trying not to let stress take over my brain

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Been a week now since I left my wife at her parents house and came back to Saitama by myself. It's weird being here alone, and it'll be like

July 13, 2026 at 4:23 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

New post up on the Patreon, visible now to paid members, releasing to everyone else in 10 days.

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April 21, 2025 at 1:49 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

New post is up on the Patreon, where I *am* doing a bit better of posting with some semblance of regularity.

If you like what I'm doing, your support is always appreciated. $3/mo gets you early access to everything I post.

Check it out at: www.patreon.com/c/focusshift

Focus Shift: Trying to get in until groove of getting up early to write every day. Any time I do it, I'm always glad I did, but it's a challenge to make

June 4, 2025 at 11:55 PM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

Trying to be more active on my Patreon with short thoughts about whatever's going on. While paid subscriptions are always welcome, you can also follow along for free.

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Trying to get in until groove of getting up early to write every day. Any time I do it, I'm always glad I did, but it's a challenge to make

2026-07-30 THU re: the diary camera | Focus Shift

June 24, 2026 at 12:18 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

After many failed upload attempts, today's vlog. Mostly about keeping a diary camera.

As always, shares appreciated, and remember that my Patreon is free to follow. Cheers,

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Probably going to start recording more of these ahead of time, as today is the due date of my daughter, and I'm kinda losing it with the ant

What if the Attention Crisis Is All a Distraction?

July 30, 2026 at 5:33 AM

Dylan (She/her)

@dylanecdotally.bsky.social

An interesting read: www.newyorker.com/magazine/202...

#NewYorker #AttentionSpan #AttentionDeficit #AttentionCrisis #DontGiveThemYourAttention #FocusShift #DanielImmerwahr

From the pianoforte to the smartphone, each wave of tech has sparked fears of brain rot. But the problem isn’t our ability to focus—it’s what we’re focussing on.

www.newyorker.com

February 26, 2025 at 12:26 AM

Sir Civati

@civati.bsky.social

Practicing gratitude daily opens doors to lasting happiness, shifting focus from what's lacking to abundance in your life.#gratitude #dailyhabits #happiness #abundance #focusshift

December 2, 2024 at 9:22 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

New text post up on my Patreon for both free and paid subscribers.

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2026-07-23 THU re: cleaning and personal development books | Focus Shift

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September 22, 2025 at 5:37 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

Today's new vlog now up on my Patreon. Take a look if you feel so inclined, and ss always, shares appreciated.

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Getting more accustomed to shooting and editing these. As I get better at this, I hope others will be able to get more out of my videos. I d

2026-08-03 MON re: just waiting | Focus Shift

July 23, 2026 at 6:49 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

New vlog is up, first one in a few days, and I have basically nothing to report because the baby still isn't here and my brain still doesn't work, as a result.

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These days, I'm fairly useless. Really need this kid to arrive so I can reclaim my brain from the anticipation. Hopefully very soon she'll b

August 3, 2026 at 3:36 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

New mini-vlog is up for members on my Patreon, trying to do these things more consistently so it's, you know, more worth joining. $3/mo gets you involved.

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A vlog spanning several days, amounting to I'm not sure what | Focus Shift

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September 21, 2025 at 3:36 AM

Poxy Rose | Resin Art + Guide 🌙

@poxyrose.bsky.social

These practical Anxiety Soothers and Artisan Journaling Tools serve as tangible breaks to calm your nerves. Transition from "screen to sheet" and regain your concentration with these touchable, eco-friendly resin tokens. #MindfulLiving #FocusShift www.poxyrose.com/intentional-...

January 30, 2026 at 7:58 AM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

New vlog is up on my Patreon, which is totally free to join, BTW, and the more people who join, the more likely I am to post regularly. Currently just trying to get more used to the vlogging thing.

Check it out, shares appreciated.

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Went to Takasaki to see my wife, spent lots of time by myself being quite preoccupied. Also spent a lot of time with the cat. This one took

A vlog re: working, rain, the earthquake, a camera, and my cat | Focus Shift

July 28, 2026 at 4:15 AM

Raw Motivation

@rawmotivation.bsky.social

Control time. Cultivate peace.

#timecontrol #mindfulminutes #focusshift #chaosvscalm #dailydiscipline #peaceofmind #timemastery #intentionalhours

Cinematic street photography showing two contrasting scenes: on one side, a frantic person buried under flying, shattered clocks and blurred city lights; on the other, a serene figure calmly trimming vines in a lush urban rooftop garden at dawn. Emphasize moody shadows and soft natural light to enhance contrast.

August 16, 2025 at 11:06 PM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

Hey look, it's a new vlog finally on my Patreon, which is free to join, with the option to add a voluntary subscription to help my borrom line.

Check it out. Shares appreciated!

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A vlog re: working, rain, the earthquake, a camera, and my cat by Focus Shift on Patreon. Join Focus Shift's community for exclusive content and updates.

2026-07-21 TUE: Mood follows action | Focus Shift

August 23, 2026 at 2:17 PM

David R Munson//Somewhere in Japan

@somewherein.jp

Trying to be more consistent in posting on Patreon, which is currently mostly about life stuff, but will have a lot more creative things coming, too. Paid support is always welcome, but not required and you can join for free.

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Don't wait on your mood to lead you to action, start with action and shift your mood intentionally. "Mood follows action" is an idea that ha