Beyond my professional life, I'm passionate about various activities that help me maintain balance, find joy, and continue learning. As an avid marathon runner and extensive reader, I believe in endurance, continuous learning, and data-driven decision-making.
These hobbies contribute directly to my professional resilience. Running teaches me the value of pacing and long-term commitment, while reading expands my analytical boundaries. Moreover, as an avid traveler and photographer, I use my lens to document the vast, unspoken narratives of the places I visit—from the quiet corners of cities I explored during university to the sweeping, raw landscapes of my recent journey through Xinjiang.
I believe that stepping outside familiar territory is the fastest way to gain perspective. It has become a tradition of mine to explore new cities every single year. From wandering extensively through domestic cities during my university years to traveling as far as Singapore and Malaysia, I've learned to read the subtle differences in local cultures and architectures. Most recently, I spent time exploring the vast, untamed beauty of Xinjiang. Through my camera lens, I try to capture not just the scenery, but the atmosphere—the stark contrasts, the heavy skies, and the quiet moments of endurance that mirror my own philosophy. I look forward to eventually taking my lens to every corner of the globe.
Running is my meditation. It strips away the noise of financial markets and complex data structures, leaving only the rhythm of breathing and footsteps. Training for and running marathons has taught me that the most ambitious goals are achieved not through sudden bursts of inspiration, but through relentless, unglamorous, daily consistency.
My reading habits are as diverse as my professional background. I constantly consume literature spanning philosophy, healthcare technology, quantitative finance, and global markets. Reading is the engine that drives my deep research; it is how I connect the dots between an abstract biomedical signal paper and the very real implications it has on a medical device company's market valuation.
Film is another medium through which I observe the world. I regularly collect and study movie snapshots (stills) that capture specific moods, framing, and philosophical undertones. These visual anchors not only inspire my aesthetic sensibilities but also serve as quiet reflections of the complex, often unspoken human experiences I encounter in both life and work.
Documenting the vast, heavy, and beautiful isolation of Xinjiang's natural landscapes over the past year.
A collection of stark architectural studies and street photography captured across various cities during my undergraduate years.
Quiet moments captured during early morning marathon training sessions, focusing on endurance and solitude.
A curated collection of film stills that resonate with my personal philosophy and aesthetic.
Visual notes on framing and mood.
Exploring the harsh contrast of urban and natural environments.
Moments of quiet endurance captured on film.