Update on Self-Help Podcasts

This month I blogged about subscribing to a few self-help podcasts. This is an update.

I unsubscribed to one of them because one of the episodes I listened to turned me off too much from paying attention to the podcast. They interviewed a man who's trying to become immortal and reverse the ageing process.

At first it was interesting but when the guy starting getting into "finding out before conception" the best traits for your child it quickly turned me off. That sounds inhumane for me. Having a child is amazing and if you can choose to have it as healthy as possible is something nice, but the way he described it made it seem like you're just breeding for the sake of creating a perfect creature.

The other podcast I still listen to and download almost all episodes. That podcast is giving me a lot of new perspective on life that I hope can stick with me on my journey to be a better person.

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[1125] Suzuki Super Carry Restomod Thoughts (Yet Again)

I just realized I've been thinking about swapping a Japan surplus DA17 engine and transmissions to a 1990s locally sold Suzuki Super Carry. What I didn't think about was the current locally sold Suzuki Carry.

Not purchasing one. Swapping all possible components of a current Carry into the body of an older Suzuki Carry. For context, they don't sell a minivan version of the Suzuki Carry anymore. I'm guessing this is because of poor sales or whatever. Most Filipinos think bigger is better so there are a lot of SUVs and massive pick ups plying the streets.

So would it be possible to do this? I don't know. The current Carry has a 1.5L engine based on the brochure. Then all models sold here are manual.

While I do know how to drive stick, I'd much prefer scooting around (as if there was no traffic in Metro Manila) on an automatic transmission. I'm pretty sure there's a way to do an automatic transmission swap but again, I honestly have no clue how to register a heavily restomodded car legally.

I imagine though that this would be a more practical solution to my restomod idea. Suzuki Carrys are locally sold so parts should be easier to find here. The only problems I have now are where to find the money for this and where to find a great builder for this crazy idea.

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[1124] Suzuki Carry Restomod Thoughts

I recently checked Facebook Marketplace for possibly locally sold Suzuki Carry models. I saw one or two that might have been sold locally because of the plate number and the year model. And surprisingly they are being sold cheaper than some beater, project car Volkswagen Classic Beetles that I also saw in FB Marketplace.

So what does this mean? Nothing. I have no spare cash nor resources and know-how to do a restomod. I still wish I could though. My idea last year still stands. Find decent DA17 engine and transmission being sold, and transfer it to a local Suzuki Carry. If the brakes, AC, and electricals can be upgraded then do it as well.

The engine and the transmission are the most crucial things, I would think, for a successful restomod. It'll be the heart of the van, and a modern, fuel-injected engine with possibly an auto-gear shift or automatic transmission built for that modern engine might just be good enough to power an older model Suzuki Carry at both reasonable speeds and with good fuel efficiency.

All I need now is a huge amount of money, some contacts to help me out, and a shop willing to take on this challenge.

Easier said than done.

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[1123] Self-Help / Motivation Podcasts

I recently subscribed to two podcasts, On Purpose with Jay Shetty, and The Mindset Mentor. These are totally different from the usual podcasts I subscribe to, which are more related to my interests.

At my age I think my perspective has shifted and I am more open to listening to these podcasts in the hope that I gain some useful insight from them. So far I have, now my issue is how do I implement them in my life and integrate them consistently.

Honestly there might just be a chance that I forget most of the stuff I listen to, but hopefully the information I get is enough that it starts a slow change within me so I can be an even better human being.

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[1122] Resolutions

I don't have any resolutions for 2025. I stopped listing them before.

Change is continuous and should not depend on the changing of the year. I am on a constant journey to try to improve myself as a human being, a father, a husband, a friend, a relative, an in-law, and a professional in my field. And other facets of life that I may have forgotten to type. Basically I am constantly trying to improve myself, period.

As for goals, well health is still my number one goal. New mechanical weighing scale made me weigh more but that just shows me that the journey is challenging but not impossible. I've lost weight before, I can do it again.

I need to be consistent with my exercise. I know many people who have taken up running and are now jogging farther, faster, and longer than me. Comparison is the thief of joy yes, but I do know I need to push myself here because I do need to lose weight and I do need to improve my fitness more as I enter my mid-40s. Technically I'm already in my mid-40s but I'm slowly getting to my late 40s and I would rather be fit, flexible, independent, and still relatively strong when I reach that age.

So basically I still have my goals that haven't changed and don't have a deadline. I just need to keep getting better, healthier, and hopefully happier.

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[1121] My Daughter

My daughter is growing up, and growing up fast. She's in her teenage years already.

I just found out earlier that her batch at school is organizing an interaction (or to use a term we used when I was in high school, a soiree) with an all-boy school. For context my daughter is studying in an all-girl school. Yes, those are still a thing here in the Philippines.

Anyway my wife and I gave her our blessing to attend. This will be the first event she'll be going that begins in the evening. It's a bit worrying for me since I can honestly say I'm a pretty overprotective parent.

So we'll see what happens when this event happens. It's an informal event that isn't sanctioned by the school, as far as I know. So we'll see.

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[1120] 2025

It's a new year, and looking at myself I still have much to change and improve to become an even better person than I am now.

I'd rather not deep dive in this blog, since posts here are public. I do know it's a challenge to change and be consistent with the change. I am my own worst enemy but I am also taking the steps I need to better myself.

So happy new year, I hope for the best for everyone.

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