Monologues By Hasi
Hasintha Attanayake
Show overview
Monologues By Hasi has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 134 episodes. That works out to roughly 35 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 11 min and 19 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Education show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 4 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2023, with 49 episodes published. Published by Hasintha Attanayake.
From the publisher
My name is Hasi and I work in tech. Most of the time I'm brought into meetings as a window dressing - so I don't get to talk as much as I'd like. This is my outlet for my 2 cents on topics such as life, money, society and self-development plus whatever else lies up in my head. Hopefully this doesn't get me cancelled in the process. Enjoy!
Latest Episodes
View all 134 episodesThe Loneliness Epidemic: Why You Need To Be Proactive, More Forgiving And Apply Game Theory To Beat It
Ep 133Take The Photo Now
There are moments from my younger years that I would give anything to see again - not because they were extraordinary (ok some were), but because no one took a photo... Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 13250 days into 75 Hard
In this episode I share a **Day 50 progress update on my 75 Hard journey**. For those unfamiliar, **75 Hard** is a mental toughness program created by Andy Frisella. The challenge requires strict daily habits including two workouts per day, following a diet, reading personal development books, drinking a gallon of water, and taking a progress photo every day for 75 days. Now that I’ve reached **Day 50**, I reflect on: • The hardest parts of the challenge so far • Unexpected mental and physical changes • Lessons about discipline and consistency • Where I've struggled and nearly failed This episode is a **raw mid-challenge reflection** on building discipline, staying accountable, and pushing through when motivation fades. If you're considering trying **75 Hard**, or you're currently doing it yourself, this update might help you understand what the experience is really like halfway through. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 131I'm Back! 2025 In Review
It's been a while since I released my last monologue. 2025 was hectic and a lot happened so here's my life update. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 130It's Easy To Blame The World... But What About You?
In this episode I recount how reading a verse from the Dhammapada made me rethink a situation and push me to take more accountability for my own actions, inactions and miscommunications. "The fault of others is easily perceived, but that of oneself is difficult to perceive; a man winnows his neighbour's faults like chaff, but his own fault he hides, as a cheat hides the bad die from the gambler." Chapter 18 (Impurity) Verse 252 - The Dhammapada as translated by Muller (1881) Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 129Struggling To Protect Your Energy
Change, crisis, shock. Whether positive or negative it can lead to a significant drain on our resources leaving us feeling vulnerable. I've introduced known shocks and invited the unknown as of late and I discuss my challenges with protecting my time and energy throughout this period. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 128The Case For Re-Reading
Should a book be read just once? If it resonated with you once I'm going to argue that you absolutely should! Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 127Look Down Or Look Up? Picking The Right Risks & Opportunities
Short term risks versus long term risks. Short term opportunities versus long term opportunities. What do you prioritise and how? Whilst there's no clear answer I reflect on how my carelessness going for a walk in Weligama, Sri Lanka relates to careers, business and relationships. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 126Starting Small And Avoiding Over-Investments
The eagerness and excitement of a new project, direction or passion can lead to the desire, one that we sometimes act on, to over-invest. The irony is the novice is the one who over-invests without understand where best to allocate their resources and often well before they have built the identity they need to succeed. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 125Thinking In Systems: A Better Way To View The World
"Systems beat goals" they say in the productivity world but what is a system and how complex can they be? In this episode I reflect on my recent reading of 'Thinking in Systems: A Primer' by Donella Meadows and how I'm mapping and thinking about vital systems in my own life. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 124Someone Has to Start… Why Not You?
It's hard to be the first person to do something when what you set out to do isn't common amongst those around you. You may be the first person in your family who wants to eat healthy and exercise, the first in your community to study and go to college, the first in your group of friends to break a bad habit and that can be challenging. There's comfort in numbers but will they ever join unless someone starts first? Can that person be you? Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 123Let Go Of Negative People & Focus On What Matters
Energy vampires are common and they tend to be unaware of how they consume our resources. As I've hit 30 and realising how limited my own time and energy are it's become a very hard choice (but also easy) choice to let go of overwhelmingly toxic and negative individuals so I can focus on my own mission. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 122Dating in the Wild: What I Learned Ditching The Apps
I've been dating intentionally and raw-dogging it so to speak in the wild which has led to a number of observations that I've made both through my own experiences and of other men and women out there looking for love. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 121Entering Plato's Cave
In this episode I step through my take aways from a first reading of Plato's Allegory of the Cave (Republic) and how it relates to breaking old paradigms as we come into new knowledge. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 120The Business Of Giving: Are 3rd Party Marketers Hurting Charites?
In this episode I take view of donors to charity as the customer and analyse how 3rd party charity marketers, infamously known as Chuggers or Charity Muggers, hurt not only the customer experience but also the charities themselves. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 1192024 In Review: Successes, Set Backs And Lessons For 2025
Resources from this episode:Year Compass (a free booklet - not a lead magnet - to help you reflect on your year and plan for the next)Monologues By Hasi episodes I reference:Algorithms To Date By: The Computer Science Behind Finding A WifeReflections On Die With Zero: What I'm Taking Away From The Book Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app.To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA.My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows:Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library ReleaseFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 118The Biggest Regret I See Amongst 30 Year Old's... Their Health
They've hit 30 and they've done some cool things. Success in academia, careers, business, start-ups, relationships... yet there's one very common regret I see amongst people who've hit these milestones early. It's often come at the detriment (or simply ignorance) of their health. Now at 30 many start the up hill battle to take control of their bodies. Here's my own thoughts and journey on this as I adopt my own mission to Make Australia Health Again #MAHA (sorry not sorry RFK Jr. for stealing this) starting with myself. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 117Playing Games: Why Small Should Come Before Big And Short Should Turn To Long
There's the common stereotype of business people playing golf on the regular which gets mistaken as a pure networking tool. Coming out of the board road and onto the green, pitch, track or simply a coffee shop is an important yet subtle analytical tool on deciding whether you should proceed in a business arrangement with someone i.e. use a small game to determine whether you should play a bigger (higher stakes) game. Also there are times where engaging in a short term game (single visit) in certain domains, e.g. as a customer to a dentist or mechanic, can be detrimental to your wealth and health as opposed to playing a longer term game (repeat customer). In this episode I siphon off my thoughts on these types of game play for (hopefully) your benefit. Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA. My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows: Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library Release Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 116Invitations, Being A Connector In Your Networks And The Exponential Backoff Algorithm
Curious about Algorithms to Live By? Get your hands on the book here! Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app.To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA.My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows:Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library ReleaseFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium
Ep 115Algorithms To Date By: The Computer Science Behind Finding A Wife
Curious about Algorithms to Live By? Get your hands on the book here! Want to listen to more episodes? Visit https://www.monologuesbyhasi.com/ or subscribe on your favourite podcast app.To get in touch and leave me your 2c or ideas you'd like me to discuss in a future episode reach me on X (Twitter) @realHasinthaA.My intro and outro music are courtesy of Max Maikon and the YouTube Audio Library. Full credits are as follows:Track: Equilibrium — Max Maikon [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: Equilibrium — Max Maikon | Free Background Music | Audio Library ReleaseFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/equilibrium