Author: Jose Mendez

J.A. MENDEZ is a writer, author, and electrical engineer. He is deeply passionate about many issues involving writing, books, technology, energy efficiency, travel and economics, among other things. You can follow him on instagram @ontheside89 and twitter @jamendezr89.

3 Lessons You Can Still Learn from Atomic Habits by James Clear (That Can Change Your Life in 2026)

Atomic Habits by James Clear remains one of the most influential personal development books of the last decade. Its central idea is simple but powerful: small habits, repeated consistently, can transform your life. This concept is not new—successful people have always relied on disciplined routines—but James Clear explains it in a practical, actionable way that … Continue reading 3 Lessons You Can Still Learn from Atomic Habits by James Clear (That Can Change Your Life in 2026) →

¿Qué hacer cuando tus héroes te traicionan?

Cómo afrontar la decepción, madurar y construir tus propias convicciones. A Marcel Proust se le atribuye la frase: “Nunca conozcas a tus héroes, te van a defraudar.” Mi visión es que, en muchos casos, ni siquiera hace falta conocerlos personalmente para sentirse defraudado. Todos tenemos héroes. Pueden ser nuestros padres, un mejor amigo, un autor … Continue reading ¿Qué hacer cuando tus héroes te traicionan? →

The Wrecking Crew: An Honest Review of a Fast-Paced Action Movie About Family.

The Wrecking Crew is a high-octane action film that blends explosive fight sequences with a familiar but effective emotional core: family, unresolved conflict, and reluctant reconciliation. Starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista, the movie delivers solid entertainment, even if it doesn’t reinvent the action genre. Plot Summary: Brothers Reunited by Mystery and Violence The story … Continue reading The Wrecking Crew: An Honest Review of a Fast-Paced Action Movie About Family. →

The Rip: A Fresh Take on the Action Movie Formula

The Rip is the latest action movie released on Netflix, and it marks a long-awaited on-screen reunion between Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Their chemistry has been undeniable since Good Will Hunting, and The Rip proves that time has only strengthened that connection.Interestingly, this reunion feels almost inevitable. In a recent interview, Matt Damon recalled … Continue reading The Rip: A Fresh Take on the Action Movie Formula →

3 Powerful Lessons I’ve Learned from Ryan Holiday and Modern Stoicism

Ryan Holiday is one of the most influential voices bringing Stoicism into the modern world. Through his books, daily writings, and reflections, he has helped millions apply ancient wisdom to contemporary life. I’ve read several of his books, but the one that truly introduced me to Stoicism—and changed how I approach life—was The Daily Stoic. … Continue reading 3 Powerful Lessons I’ve Learned from Ryan Holiday and Modern Stoicism →

3 things I’ve learned from Mark Manson

Mark Manson is the author of the best-selling book The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, and one of the most refreshing voices in modern self-development. His writing is direct, blunt, and unapologetically honest. No fluff. No false optimism. Just ideas that force you to confront reality and, more importantly, take action. In a … Continue reading 3 things I’ve learned from Mark Manson →

5 citas impactantes del libro «Por qué no podemos esperar» de Martin Luther King Jr. que aún resuenan hoy.

Cada año se conmemora el Día de Martin Luther King Jr. en Estados Unidos, pero la relevancia de las ideas del Dr. King van mucho más allá de las fronteras estadounidenses. Incluso para quienes no somos de Estados Unidos, su influencia sigue siendo profunda y universal. Leer “Por qué no podemos esperar” confirma algo inconfundible: … Continue reading 5 citas impactantes del libro «Por qué no podemos esperar» de Martin Luther King Jr. que aún resuenan hoy. →

El Primer Dominicano: Juan Pablo Duarte.

Ayer celebramos un nuevo aniversario del natalicio de Juan Pablo Duarte, el Padre de la Patria Dominicana y una de las figuras más trascendentales en la historia de nuestra nación. Duarte no fue solo un héroe independentista; fue un visionario político, un pensador adelantado a su tiempo y el arquitecto moral del proyecto dominicano. Desde … Continue reading El Primer Dominicano: Juan Pablo Duarte. →