Wendell's Diary

Have you ever been stuck doing a simple task that feels like it should take no time at all, but instead it drags on and eats up way more energy than it should? For me, that task is creating videos from an image and an audio file. It sounds straightforward, but the current process is anything but. Right now, I have to drag an image into a video editor timeline, stretch it to match the audio’s length, and then export the video. It’s tedious, time-consuming, and honestly, way more effort than it feels like it should be. Wouldn’t it be amazing if there was a simple app that could do all this in just a few clicks? That’s where my idea comes in: a Photo to Video Converter app. Imagine an app that lets you upload a single image file (in 16x9 or 9x16 aspect ratio), pair it with an audio file, and with one click, it outputs an mp4 video. No timelines, no dragging or stretching—just select your files, hit “convert,” and you’re done. Here’s the best part: this app could be ad-supported, meaning i...

For much of my life, I held onto a story—the story of Pygmalion. Like the mythical sculptor, I crafted a vision of what I hoped to find: a girl who would connect deeply with me, who would see my work, and who would share my life. My creations—videos, blogs, reflections—were an effort to sculpt a world where this connection could come alive. But life, as I’ve learned, doesn’t always follow the stories we hold onto. Over time, I’ve found myself shifting from the rigid perfectionism of Pygmalion to the openness and patience of the Philosophy of Emergence. Letting go of the need to find “her” has been a journey in itself, one that’s brought me closer to understanding who I am and how I want to live. --- 1. The Story of Pygmalion in My Life For years, I saw myself as a modern-day Pygmalion. Instead of sculpting a statue, I crafted videos, blogs, and creative works designed to resonate with someone I hadn’t yet met. I imagined her seeing my work, understanding me deeply, and finding a connec...

In a digital age where content consumption is at an all-time high, making choices that balance convenience and support for creators can be challenging. My recent decision to upgrade to YouTube Premium Lite marks a significant milestone in this journey, reflecting both a practical solution and a philosophical shift in how I value my time and the content I enjoy. #### The Beginning: Blocking Ads with Brave Initially, I used the Brave Web Browser to block YouTube ads. The constant interruptions were not only annoying but also a significant waste of time. Brave provided a seamless, ad-free experience that allowed me to watch videos without the constant barrage of ads. However, this solution had its limitations. Over time, YouTube's methods evolved, embedding ads directly into videos, rendering Brave's ad-blocking capabilities less effective. #### The Turning Point: Re-evaluating My Approach When Brave could no longer block ads efficiently, I found myself at a crossroads. I had to d...