How to Start a Shopify Store in 2025: A Beginner's Friendly Guide (Series 1) 

"Automation applied to an efficient operation will magnify the efficiency." — Bill Gates

(A quote often applied to the power of Shopify automation tools like flows, apps, and smart integrations.)

Before we begin, I hope you take a deep breath to relax and release any anxiety. 

As you go through this letter, may peace gently wrap itself around you.

If you're in winter like we are right now in Australia, grab the doona you deserve, the Snuggle Doona. Life’s too short to settle for uncomfortable bedding.

Our offering goes beyond seasonal warmth. 

We all appreciate quality. That’s why this doona is designed for year-round comfort and crafted with care right here in downtown Victoria.

Proudly made, thoughtfully designed.

We believe in our product so strongly that we offer a simple promise — try it for yourself. If you don’t love it, we’ll give you your money back. No questions asked.

By the way, the store description and the link you just explored are part of our Shopify brand, Snuggleready, so keep that in mind as you read on.

I built Snuggleready because I genuinely love the comfort of slowing down and snuggling up in bed. I love being lazy.

In that same spirit, I created this accessory out of pure frustration. I was tired of my devices constantly falling and getting dented when all I needed was a stable stand to go hands-free, especially as a creator. So, I revamped it and called it Snuggle. Simple.

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How to Start an Amazon Store in 2025: A Simple 10-Step Guide

"You can’t just open a website and expect people to flood in. If you really want to succeed, you have to create traffic."— Joel Anderson, former CEO of Walmart.com

Establishing an Amazon storefront in 2025 is no small feat; however, it remains undeniably a rewarding and worthwhile pursuit.

I am not composing this letter to elicit feelings of pleasure, provoke a dopamine rush, or induce sadness, but rather to equip you with all pertinent information that will prepare you for the future that lies ahead...

As you are likely aware, it is generally more advantageous to acquire information about a destination from individuals who have previously experienced it, rather than embarking on the journey yourself to learn through personal experience in certain situations.

 By doing so, one embarks on their travels with greater wisdom. 

This is the rationale behind the establishment of my software as a service company (SAAS), trekwiser.com. 

This platform serves as a comprehensive AI-powered travel tool designed to enhance your journey. Also, consolidates an advanced Zen meditation utility along with other practical digital resources in one domain. 

Continue here

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AI Agent 101: A Beginner’s Step-by-Step Guide

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Today, I want to walk us through something exciting that we've built at DwellPro - an AI-powered chatbot that helps with travel planning, business tools, and wellness resources without needing to code or worry about backend complexity. 

Whether you're exploring DeepSeek, using no-code platforms, or just curious about what's possible with modern AI tools, this guide walks you through how to prompt your way into creating something powerful, lightweight, and entirely client-side. Little or no server-side rendering.

The future isn't coming, it's here.

If you've ever wanted to understand how these chatbots work or wished to build your own, this post is for you! 

I'll keep it simple, as it may become a series. 

AI is still in its early stages. It is not as saturated as many think. In fact, the real wave has not even started yet.

A time will come, if not here, when you’ll assign names to your AI employees, each responsible for specific tasks at specific times. 

One will patiently wait for the other to complete their part, while the other will review, refine, and provide feedback where needed.

Just like any team in an organisation, there will be a "Chief of Staff AI" who gives the final approval on every given task or project in a typical digital ecosystem. 

Your role is to oversee each step of the process and ultimately provide the final endorsement for real-life implementation or deployment.

I'm not writing this for you to read, nor to become a better writer—nope, my friends. I'm writing this to solidify what I've learned and to share it with anyone it may be concerned.

What We Built

We created a friendly, floating chatbot that lives in the corner of our website, ready to assist anyone with:

💼 Business tools (translation, currency conversion) and all in real time.

✈️ Travel planning (destination info, booking tools, weather, and time of day of any country in the entire sphere) via tools like open weather API and Google map API (updated)

🧘 Wellness resources (meditation tools, inspirational quotes) fetched via web scraping. 

If you're not familiar with the term API (Application Programming Interface), think of it as a way for different software or systems to talk to each other. Let me explain it in a way that's easier to grasp.

Imagine you're shopping online. You browse through items, add them to your cart, and then place an order. Behind the scenes, it's the API that helps fetch all the necessary information from different parts of the website and puts it together for you to complete your order.

Or think of it like ordering a meal at a restaurant. You tell the waiter what you want, maybe mention you're allergic to gluten or that you want extra chilli. Even though you don't see the ingredients being prepared in real time, your preferences are passed along and reflected in the final dish you receive. That back-and-forth communication is very similar to how an API works.

In the same way, when we use something like the OpenWeather API, it collects weather data from various sources and delivers it to us in real time. It’s simple, super effective, and efficient. 

In simpler terms, an API is what lets different apps, websites, or services talk to each other and get things done behind the scenes.

I hope that helps make the concept a little clearer.

We also built free tools that you can download to supercharge your business—and yes, they're completely client-side with no server-side rendering. 

That means you can download and use the tool without an internet connection. Crazy, right? We love making life easier. You can have them for FREE if you want to.

They're vital tools you'd normally pay for. DwellPro File Tools (Convert images and generate QR codes with logo support & More)

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Will machines replace creative endeavours? 

F*ck no!

Recently, I asked ChatGPT, "How do humans perceive and view you?" 

"The bot replied, 'Many humans just see chatbot as a question-answering bot. I do a lot, Destiny.' I responded, 'Really? ...Good boy!"

That conversation got me thinking more deeply about AI (Artificial intelligence and Automation). 

It sparked curiosity about its capabilities, things previously unconsidered.

Then, I realised how AI could help build daily tools, solve problems, and save money for both myself and others. 

For example, I built a QR code generator with just sufficient prompting.

I also built a business card designer on the go with seamless QR code integration. 

In the past, I had to search online for tools and rely on platforms like Canva. Now, you can simply enter your business details, and—voilà—the tool handles everything instantly.

The benefits of these digital tools can’t be overstated. By default, they aid in combating our environmental footprint. This is an incredible advantage in this era of heightened global warming.

AI won’t take your place if you know what you're doing. However, if your work is repetitive and mindless, AI will eventually replace you. AI isn't just a tool, it's a collaborator.

Creativity, on the other hand, is timeless. It can't be automated or outsourced.

It's an innate ability that strengthens with consistent practice.

AI or automation cannot act on its own; it only executes when properly instructed—just like we discussed in the last two weeks' letter, “⁠The Problem with AI⁠.” 

AI can educate you if you have an open mind. In fact, the fields I think about the most are healthcare and education. You no longer need a degree to acquire essential skills—all you need is the willingness to learn, build, iterate, and improve. 

Many individuals get overwhelmed trying to create the next Amazon or Airbnb and end up building nothing. 

My advice? Start small. Create simple, everyday tools that solve real problems. 

For instance, I developed a file converter so I no longer have to sign up for multiple platforms just to access basic tools. 

Every digital challenge I encounter inspires me to create solutions, take ownership of the platform, and license it myself.

While backend development is still a challenge for myself, I’ve already got the front end covered. 

I understand our biggest challenge is often the fear of new technology. 

Even I’ve procrastinated on learning backend development, always waiting for the “right time” to dive in.  When is the right time?! At a time, no time. I kept quoting favourable laws to suit the circumstances.

It’s easy to feel lost before you find your way. Simply applying the pre-mortem principle we discussed last time, you can disarm worries before they even arise.

Technology can be overwhelming, even frustrating. But strangely, just when I’m about to give up, that’s when breakthroughs happen. Have you ever experienced that? 

The complexity of navigating tech tools is what makes success in this space so rewarding.

Ultimately, AI is human-driven. It can either make or break you—the choice is yours.

I don’t go searching for things to write about; I write based on what I’m building. That way, you combat content burnout or worries.

AI refines content and enhances accessibility. This content could easily be converted into audio and shared on Spotify.

Online version here 👇

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Your click-through rate (CTR) isn’t just a statistic. it’s a reflection of real people making choices. Every click comes from curiosity, urgency, or the promise of something valuable. 

Understanding that can change everything. And this letter will give us an insight into those psychological tricks and tactics.

If your content, ad, or link fails to create an instant connection, people won’t engage.

I once learned from Michael Porter that a pre-mortem is a tool for identifying potential failure points before a project begins. 

Too many digital communities remain mediocre because they lack strategic thought.

Many people dive headfirst into new ventures without a clear action plan. A thinking on paper methodology.

They soon find themselves overwhelmed, disoriented, or giving up quickly—only to retreat back into the all-too-familiar comfort of their 9-to-5 routines.

Successful individuals understand that money jumps with the right strategy and that the same concept applies to your digital ecosystem. 

Virality is not a one-time miracle—it’s the result of careful and strategic positioning. 

I want to build an ecosystem that Never Sleeps. 

where my tools attract users 24/7, and I'm turning that dream into reality faster than ever. It's not magic—stick with me, and I'll show you how, without taking up too much of your time today. Trust me on this.

Before we dive in, take a moment to check out this dashboard. 

In just one month since its inception and with fewer than seven posts, it’s already making waves. Not to be proud but to be proud of my viable actions after a long suffering. And beginning to realise that my built-up system is starting to garner attention.

This early progress is a testament to my focus and determination. Enjoy the ride with me, mate!

I'm keeping this letter brief because I've got to convert this project to my Spotify channel, boosting our accessibility and reach. Tune in on Spotify if you want more convenience.

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If you plan your moves with intention, your ideas can reach and resonate with a wider audience. 

I recall a time two years ago when I made a significant mistake. 

I arranged things in the wrong order, much like putting the horse before the cart. I'm not even sure if I'm right with that. But you get what I mean.

I had built a beautifully designed and optimised system, but when no one visited my website or storefront, all that effort went to landfill. 

It Hurt, But I Kept Going anyway...

I refused to give up. I knew that being right, even just once, will be worth every ounce of pain thereof. 

Sometimes, the hardest battles lead to the greatest victories. 

That failure imparted a valuable lesson: without strategic thinking, even the best designs can fall flat. 

Strategic thinking isn't just a fancy buzzword; it’s about having a clear plan in your mind. It’s a strategy— with— thinking. And it can depict simple joystick illustrations like this. ↗ ↘ ↙ ↖ ⇧ ⇩ ⇦ ⇨ 

Think of it like planning your trip the night before. When you invest time in mapping out your journey, you set your mind in motion. It becomes easier to achieve your goals compared to someone who wakes up and randomly searches for directions via Google Maps or any tool therein. 

I strive for simplicity, much like the approach embraced by the late Steve Jobs. I love him, and I love his products (the Apple of God).

Minimalism is at the core of everything I do. At DwellPro, or Snugle Times, we believe that a meaningful project is built on the foundation of strategic thinking. 

It is the secret ingredient that fuels all of our developed projects. 

The mind is both your greatest ally and your worst enemy. What you focus on expands. Like a lobster, growth requires shedding limitations and embracing discomfort.

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The Real Problem with AI

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We all know that AI is a game-changer, but many overlook a gospel truth: the problem is not that AI isn’t helping you; the biggest problem is that you’re not asking the right questions. 

That's right!

AI experts know something crucial. 

The quality of your prompts dictates the quality of your responses. 

The more effectively I prompt AI, the better the results, and the more proficient I become. With each success, my trust in the tool expands.

It's more or less a chain reaction.

Gone are the days of relying solely on online experts or classrooms. The best way to learn is by diving in and building real-world projects. 

The mind is like a supercomputer’s CPU, constantly clearing space to stay agile and efficient. 

To progress faster, you've got to get your hands dirty and learn through doing.

Take a peek at my latest projects, at Dwellpro.org, and snugletimes.com, built entirely with AI and with hidden embeds. A place I regard as a cemetery. Due to what has been buried in there.

Every bit of automation and every piece of code was crafted with the help of ChatGPT. Thank you, chat!

And guess what? I did it all on a free plan. 

Just imagine what the paid plans could achieve. Maybe one day I might experiment on building an airport and see how I go. 

How much you learn is directly tied to how much you actually do. Actually getting lost on any project is finding your way on that project or projects.

Watching endless YouTube tutorials or scrolling through TikTok videos might seem like progress, but let’s be honest—most of us are stuck in "tutorial hell."

We watch and listen, but never actually implement what we learn or listen.

Now, thanks to AI, we have the tools to move faster and smarter. But there is a problem. I mean a BIG problem.

Prompting becomes the real-world BIG problem.

You might not fully appreciate how powerful questions are until you fully engage with ChatGPT. If you ask silly questions, you'll be there with a bunch of silly answers. And that's not what you're after. Unless you're prompting for the sake of prompting. It can be time-consuming and annoying if you prompt like an amateur.

If you want to make real progress in your life and work, choose a project that truly matters. This will push you to prompt effectively, or you'll stay stuck until you develop the meta-skillset needed to move forward. 

Once you master that skill, you'll need to acquire a new one to keep the project engaging—otherwise, it becomes boring. It’s just like a game; you always need a new challenge to keep the morale high.

Focus on building something that takes you closer to your goals—and use AI to amplify your project. 

I love to build, learn, write, and teach. That way it sticks after. Teachers understand that they learn more than their students in a typical classroom setting. 

AI is a tool that can help you do the same. Wash you. Spin you. Dry you. Until you come out sparkling clean. That's my wish for you, mate.

Therefore, if you haven’t already, start prompting AI today. 

There’s no better time to dive in and see how it can elevate your projects to the next level.

And hey, if you haven’t joined our community yet, now is the perfect time. 

Hit the subscribe button after. 

I’ll see you in the next one. 

Keep building and keep learning because the projects you create are what'll ultimately shape you. Just like how man makes the society that shapes man. 

The government can't build you, and neither can your parents. 

Many of them grew up in an old system that prioritised classroom learning for roles now vulnerable to automation. 

In fact, everything is vulnerable to automation. The only thing I reckon that is not vulnerable is creativity itself. 

Thank you for reading!

Until next time,

Destiny 

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Building Answers: The Synthesis of Art and Entrepreneurship

19|02|2025 | Destiny (Host)

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Naval Ravikant once said, "To build a product, make something people want. To create art, make something you want. The best do both." 

This insight shows the strong bond between art and entrepreneurship. 

Building what you're passionate about, taking professional pride in operational excellence, and distributing it with those who share your enthusiasm should be the ultimate goal rather than engaging with some sort of robotic role that'll be replaced by artificial intelligence and automation. 

In my understanding, humans aren't designed for repetitive and boring tasks. Humans love challenges.

Humans are born to build tools, not being tools themselves; to innovate and evolve alongside the tools they've built. 

The mind itself loves exploration, or it begins to deteriorate. That's why games and puzzles are mental diets and a gymnasium. 

My journey exemplifies this fusion.

I was adamant about opening up myself to the world. Despite the challenges in getting freelance gigs, I remained open-minded and thus created a group to simplify the process, solve a problem for myself, and now sell the solution as a built-in traffic source that's being funnelled to my other built-up digital ecosystems.

It's more or less recycling a traffic source.  It never gets sour. Otherwise, I would have personally been a slave to the algorithm or the ad agencies.

Nope, that can never be Destiny. I want to retain some control rather than relinquish it.

Ads are good, doubtlessly, but I would want to run one when I want to. Not when I've built a digital mausoleum that may prompt me to keep buying an eyeball or renting one and on steroids. Ads Fee isn't a child's play.

This initiative aided me and linked me up with others who share similar challenges or a tribe of sufferers, if that's even a word. Maybe I'll crosscheck afterwards. But you get what I mean.

The experience itself underscored a universal truth: personal challenges often reflect broader societal needs.

By addressing your problems and sharing the solutions, you can assist countless others. 

And human problems are evergreen problems and homogenous—emotional, financial, physical, and beauty, just to name a few.

Embracing creativity and contributing to a cause greater than oneself is essential for the progress and evolution of society at large. 

What shall it profit me if I don't build what I want to see in the world?

Through Community Building 101, I embarked on creating a comprehensive global hub—a platform offering real-time weather updates, vital handy digital tools, currency conversions, world news, and more.

And yes, I built this space for myself, but I realised it could help others with similar interests, and then it was channelled to my already built-in traffic source.

This solution or tool has the potential to address global needs, regardless of your context. If I should display the analytics of this, I mean readers of this letter, people in China, Germany, Korea, etc., are reading my work and gaining a mindf*cked thought on it. 

Why? Because there is a tool that aids in the letter-language translation mechanisms (Google Translate). 

You see. That's what we're talking about here.  Sometimes the tools are just there, but the issue is bringing them together to form a coherent whole.

There's nothing virtually new under the sun.

Jeff Bezos's interview on the utilisation of the postal office keeps popping out of my head whenever I get to points like this: When he was asked about his idea of selling books online in his early days.

He said the postal office was already in place; all he did was maximise what was already built up. 

As per Dwellpro, I did not build 99.9% of the tools; all I did was help others access the tools at their fingertips by categorising them categorically in an easy-to-use and, yes, free-of-charge manner.

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Hey Philosopher,

“The world is suffering from an epidemic of loneliness. If we cannot connect, we cannot thrive.” — Vivek Murthy

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If you reside in Australia or cities within the Global North, you’ve likely observed something.

After 5 PM, every day of the week, the streets begin to resemble a ghost town.

New York City, or the likes, might be an exception, but in most places, the once-busy roads go silent, the energy fades, and the whole vibe shifts. The weird thing is, it happens in the blink of an eye.

It is not because there is some secret curfew. That is just the new reality. Crazy times!

This lifestyle feels off for those who grew up outside this routine.

People rush home only to start planning how to return to work and repeat the cycle. It is like running on a treadmill, spinning endlessly just like Spinall.

It isn't because they want to. They have few choices except to desire to. There is a way out; keep reading...

You're now at home. What's next? Binge-watch TV, scroll through your phone, crash or spend some time with your partner, escape in a quickie, or play with the kids if you've got the energy.

Gone are the days when parents sat down with their kids to go through homework or just played for fun outside of weekends.

Marriages are falling apart (like things fall apart) and at an insane rate or not happening at all, according to the

​guardian.com/lifeandstyle/2018/jun/11/is-marriage-really-on-the-decline-because-of-mens-cheap-access-to-sex.

Raising kids has become an afterthought, no longer the necessity it once was.

Some folks would rather watch porn than experience real intimacy. Even when sex does happen, it feels more transactional than ever.

God knows I am a big fan of stay-at-home mothers and stay-at-home parents if applicable. Work for what?!

Honestly, I think we, the millennials, are one of the luckiest generations. We got to grow up before technology completely took over and messed everything up.

How I Reckon We Can Unf*ck Our Lives

I do not know about you, but here is how I do things.

I make sure to stick to my morning routine—I never leave for work without brushing my teeth. It’s becoming rare though; most people don’t even do that anymore, much less floss.

Sometimes, I go an entire day without my phone. Sound crazy right?

Yes. no calls, no notifications. And nope, do not stress my life. I am not holding your destiny.

I check my email only on my desktop, and only at home.

I want to live a life I can truly remember, not just go through the motions.

Maybe we all need a reset.

Maybe it is time to bring back the old ways.

Telling stories that stick in our mental library.

The stories my high school teachers shared still live in my mind, rent-free, and I cherish their space.

The proverbs my friends and family shared still apply to real life. Recently, I came across one that hit me hard. @weekendhcronicle.org

I keep repeating it to myself so it sticks with me. Because some things are worth holding onto.

Yes, we need to see social media as a research tool rather than a platform where we can scroll our lives away.

We should all learn to live without notifications and cheap dopamine hits. I believe a dopamine cleanse would help.

Say hey to strangers; those acts are priceless.

Be brave; take yourself seriously.

Don't always agree and fold your hands; otherwise, you could become a folder.

Wear your best clothes; otherwise, you may suddenly dislike them.

Learn to do your things alone. Being alone doesn't mean lonely.

But there's a problem with my weed; overdose leaves me with anxiety. A fight I've got to fight alone as well.

Most of you are undoubtedly in that situation; you are not alone.

Dope with caution.

If it's not good for you, kindly call it Quits.

I hope this wacky letter finds you in a reflective mindset.

Thank you for reading, and see you in the next one.
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…To be continued.

Until next time,

— Destiny

Fabricated Identity: How Fashion Shapes (or Distorts) Who We Are

Please lend me a second of your time.

First impressions matter, but does what we wear determine how far we'll go?

What shall it profit a person from accumulating all the wealth and not the ball?

In roughly 99 years, everyone on the planet called Earth, including myself, jotting this down—will be gone.

Yes, broke individuals may complain that style is a distraction. But how about social media? Experts meticulously designed and built a mechanism to manipulate people's thoughts, resulting in mental masturbation.

What, then, do we like?

Suppose you don’t like fashion. I love fashion, and philosophers love fashion too. That’s what the Goodlife Philosophy is all about, in case you’re missing one of the core ingredients.

By the way, one can love fashion without being a fashionista, but your sense of style will still shine through in other areas of your life.

Some love fast cars.

Maybe you dream of the Maldives or a five-star escape in Canberra’s most lavish hotel. It’s all the same—taste, better living, memories, and status. That’s what humans desire. That hasn’t changed.

If you don’t like fashion, maybe it’s time to start paying attention.

Without enjoying and experiencing the best things in life, what then is life itself?

Life becomes a boring piece of sh!t.

Wake up in the morning, go through the motions, and wait for the day you finally kick the bucket. F*ck no.

What’s the essence of the hustle and bustle?

A friend was surprised when he saw the receipt for my Balenciaga purchase.

"You mean you spent that much on those boots?!" he asked.

I said, Yes. Are there problems?

He was worried—even though I got the ballers on a special offer.

The original price was $1,200, and I snagged them for 750 bucks.

What he failed to realise was that I used money to buy back money in some way.

After about 8-9 months of rocking those insane boots, I sold them for around $450 (minus taxes and fees).

Sounds good, right? Yes!

I rarely purchase anything that won’t return some form of monetary value.

There’s a lot to gain when you grab the best of everything, philosophers.

You expect the best, and at the very least, you can rest assured that your expectations won’t fall short.

And you don’t always have to buy them directly from luxury stores—many are available as second-hand items. The key is to adopt a mindset that allows you to enjoy the best things in life, no matter where they come from.

Some haters call it lifestyle inflation—claiming it’s stressing 'em out. No. You’re just broke.

That’s what I want. And any money I spend on fashion is, to me, an investment.

Every luxury brand worked hard to become what it is today. So if you’re paying for something carefully crafted, please, patronise them. It’s worth it.

Haven’t you ever made a purchase and taken a moment to appreciate it? This applies to mindful purchasers, not mere consumers like non-philosophers.

Take my MacBook for example. I purchased it in 2020, before COVID, and it is still in excellent condition.

I used to tell my dad: "You’ve got one life. Use your money. Don’t save it for us—I’m already hustling tight!"

This letter may seem all about Destiny, but really, it’s a reminder to use your money and enjoy life.

Life is brief, and you’ll only know it once you’ve lived. Too many people merely exist—broke as hell.

Life is fleeting; seize every opportunity. Don't be among those who lament the chances they let slip away. Research indicates that people often experience intense regret over missed opportunities. https://weekendchronicle.org/

You see, if you don’t like fashion, then why are you even hustling?

Oh yeah, I forgot. Some people just copy others—chase like others and die like others.

We enjoy and give the best things in life.

Fashion up!

— Destiny