Raymund Tamayo

by Raymund Tamayo There is a beautiful bit of wisdom from India that suggests all a person truly needs to get by is two chapattis a day. Of course, it’s not a literal dietary restriction; it’s a mental reset. It’s a shorthand reminder that the baseline for a good life is far simpler than we’ve been led to believe. Lately, I’ve been leaning on this phrase whenever I feel the "itch." You know the one, the sudden, urgent need for a new outfit, a specific meal, or the latest gadget. It’s a tool that helps me pause and realize that while my wants are loud, my needs are already met. The Anatomy of an Urge It’s fascinating how easily we are programmed. A thought enters our mind, maybe sparked by an Instagram ad, a conversation with a friend, or a passing comment in a podcast, and suddenly, it’s a mission. I’ve fallen for this more times than I can count. I’ve caught myself: Planning entire trips just because someone mentioned a cool destination. Committing months to grueling physica...