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Widhi Asmoro Journal 

This is where stories unfold beyond the limelight. Dive into reflections, creative notes, behind-the-scenes moments, and personal journeys of an independent music artist and a seeker of knowledge. Each post offers a glimpse into the soul behind the sound.

Looking for inspiration, process, or passion? You’ll find it all here.

📖 Read the latest stories. Stay close to the music. Be part of the journey.

•February 4, 2026••

Accepting The Situation

I woke up with a pain in my back last week. It felt hard to bend my body to the right. I stopped trying to move so much. I stretched my body to release the tension, but it didn’t ease the pain much. I got up anyway and faced the day.
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•January 31, 2026••

Do Agile: When the Lesson Arrives Before the Test

Reading Do Agile by Tim Drake came at the right time. I finished it while recovering in the hospital, and shortly after, I faced redundancy at Pinterest.
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•November 14, 2025••, ,

What I Learned from Pak Gita Wirjawan in Singapore

I set my intention for this last quarter of 2025 to prepare myself for 2026. This is one of the things I do.
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•October 30, 2025••,

Catatan Akhir Oktober

Tahun ini, tema hidup saya adalah give back to the community. Salah satu caranya lewat kegiatan sukarela.
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•June 9, 2025••

A Session with Indonesian Publishers

On May 21, 2025, I had the pleasure of meeting Editor-in-Chiefs from various media and publication houses in Indonesia to share more about Pinterest.
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•May 23, 2025••, ,

A Full Circle Moment with Sony Music

My professional journey started with a dream and a desk as an intern at Sony Music Indonesia.
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•May 22, 2025••, ,

A Decade in Singapore and the Next Chapter

Ten years ago, I landed in Singapore with a suitcase and a quiet prayer. I couldn’t have imagined how deeply this country would shape me personally, spiritually, and professionally.
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•May 12, 2025••, , ,

Unpacking the “Lazy Native” Label: A Book Talk

I joined a book club at Wardah Books last Sunday, May 11, 2025. It was hosted by The Seekers Club by Maktaba Books. We discussed The Myth of the Lazy Native by Dr. Syed Hussein Alatas, and it truly opened my mind. The session featured the ever-wise Prof. Walid Jumblatt and was moderated by the...
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•April 22, 2025••, ,

How The Live Your Values Deck Helped Me

One of the best takeaways from my recent trips to San Francisco was a team session where we played with something called The Live Your Values deck. This clever little deck was introduced by Pinterest’s Chief of Content, Malik Ducard. He shared how it has helped him gain clarity about what truly matters in his...
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•April 21, 2025••, ,

Reflection: Observing The Muddy Water

My head’s been spinning these past few weeks, like a vinyl on a turntable. Since I returned from San Francisco, everything’s felt a little foggy. People blamed the jet lag. I said… maybe. Then, during a short trip to Batam, I had a chat with Bibil. She’s one of the facilitators at Rumah Remedi and...
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