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[Start Here] Welcome to Becoming Unobstructed
Field notes for ​​navigating daily life.​ Personal reflections and insights on agency, grief, and creativity.
Sep 30, 2024 • Derek MacDonald
How Masking Kidnapped My Happiness
Recovering the kid I lost by learning to embrace conflict.
Jul 14 • Derek MacDonald
A Story All Your Own
On reclaiming your voice and finding your style.
Dec 15 • Derek MacDonald
A Cup Of What Sets Your Heart On Fire
Accidentally finding your purpose.
Dec 8 • Derek MacDonald
The Other Side Of Shame And Fear
Watch the replay of my conversation with Josh Woll on the Clear Conversations podcast.
Dec 3 • Derek MacDonald and Josh Woll
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What Lonely Men Won't Say Online (Or In-Person)
Aug 25 • Derek MacDonald
The Masked Destruction Of "Male Loneliness"
Jan 15 • Derek MacDonald
For When Your Spark Burns Out
Jul 21 • Derek MacDonald
What We All Get Wrong About Teamwork
Nov 11, 2024 • Derek MacDonald
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The Other Side Of Shame And Fear
Watch the replay of my conversation with Josh Woll on the Clear Conversations podcast.
Dec 3 • Derek MacDonald and Josh Woll
1:20:03
The Trouble With Treating Jobs Like Trophies
Caleb Walker returns to chat about the blowback of mismanaged expectations.
Oct 22 • Derek MacDonald
34:47
Why I Wrote About Male Loneliness
Reflecting on communication and personal growth.
Sep 4 • Derek MacDonald
54:27
Pitfalls Of A Polished Social Media Profile
Dropping your digital persona is easier said than done.
Aug 28 • Derek MacDonald
Becoming Unobstructed
Becoming Unobstructed
Field notes for ​​navigating daily life.​ Personal reflections and insights on agency, grief, and creativity.
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