I Didn’t Want to Do This. Then I Wrote My Obituary

A Night in a Different World

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil Peterson reflects on his unexpected stay at a true five-star hotel in London and what made the experience so memorable. Beyond the luxury, it was the extraordinary attention to detail and personal care that stood out—prompting a deeper reflection on what truly makes something feel special, and how stepping outside our usual routines can shift our perspective. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Why I Travel

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil Peterson shares insights from the middle of a 16-day journey through Europe, exploring how travel shapes not just what we see—but who we become. He reflects on the ways unfamiliar places challenge our perspectives, deepen connections, and reveal something about ourselves, while reminding us that the true value of travel often lies in the quiet, unplanned moments we take the time to notice. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

My Brief Career as an Illegal Uber Driver

In this episode, Neil Peterson recounts his brief and ill-fated stint as an “illegal Uber driver” during the chaos of Coachella. What begins as simple curiosity quickly turns into a five-second, five-foot adventure that ends with a police citation and a great story. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

I Didn’t Want to Do This. Then I Wrote My Obituary

On this episode Neil Peterson reflects on an unexpected exercise—writing his own obituary—and the surprising insights it revealed. What begins as an uncomfortable assignment quickly turns into a meaningful exploration of values, relationships, and what truly matters in life. Neil shares how the experience shifts the focus from achievements to purpose, inviting listeners to consider how they are living right now. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

A Restaurant Without Dessert?

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil Peterson reflects on his lifelong love of dessert and how a surprising restaurant experience—with no dessert menu at all—sparked a deeper appreciation for life’s small rituals. He explores how a sweet ending to a meal, helps turn ordinary meals into lasting memories. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].