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Greetings! Welcome back, Newbie & Master Creatives.
This is The Creative Path, a freelance, subscriber-supported publication focused on helping you develop content-creation skills so you can live, love, and learn on your terms.
My job is to give you fresh insights as you joyfully launch your creative content ideas.
Will You Regret Not Creating the Life You Preferred to Have?
One of the most pivotal moments in my creative path was realizing that I didn't have to be great at something to enjoy it. I didn't have to be a master painter or a bestselling author to pursue my creativity. I just had to show up, be willing to learn and trust that a process would unfold.
Create YOUR 30-Day Creative Freedom Plan!
SHOWCASE Daily Joy Reels
Unforgettable Motorcycle Rides Through Bangladesh
Tapping into your creative genius is a journey worth taking. With effort, patience, and practice, the rewards are great. Don’t be afraid to take the leap, take risks, and embrace your imperfections. Creativity is not just about producing something extraordinary; it’s...
Want to Experience Bangladesh Like a LOCAL on a RickShaw? Watch This Now
Take a Cycle Rickshaw! In this video, Ibrahim and I experienced exciting rickshaw rides throughout Bangladesh’s stunning landscapes. From bustling cities to serene countryside, this short video captures the beauty of travel in an exotic land. See how we experienced...
Daily JOY Reel: Finding Inspiration in Everyday Moments
Discover the joy of finding inspirational moments in the little things. Take a moment each day to appreciate the beauty around you and find joy in simple experiences.
I Turned Monday Mornings into JOYFUL Experiences!
Start your week off right by transforming Monday mornings into joyful experiences! In this video, Eco-Friendly Travel, Morning Nature Walk, Morning Routines, Serene Walk, Toronto Centre Island, Toronto Island boardwalk, Toronto Parks,Urban Oasis I'm sharing my morning...
Daily JOY Reel: Laugh Your Way to Happiness: Finding Joy in Unexpected Moments
Discover Daniel and Ibrahim’s candid and witty storytelling as they explore love, life, and creativity through laughter.
Toronto’s HIDDEN GEM Harbour Experience
This timeless video was recorded in September 2019 on an iPhone along the picturesque Toronto Island, Inner Harbour at Hanlans Point.
THRILLING Parasailing Adventure in Bangladesh!
Experience the creative journey behind our videos. From editing on an iPhone to adding a signature outro bumper, explore the transformation of raw materials into captivating content like the thrill of parasailing in Cox Bazaar along the Bay of Bengali.
What Happens When You Take a WILD Tuk Tuk Ride in Bangladesh?
I embarked on a creative journey with the more extended Rickshaw clip, transforming it into the captivating ’60-second Daily Joy Reel’.
Unleash Your Daily JOY: My Passion in Action! Show Yours!
Here’s a video I crafted a few years back. As you’ll see, I’m passionate about my sailboat, and this passion is expressed as joy.
Bangladesh’s SHOCKINGLY Beautiful Fatrarban Mango Forest Is A MUST SEE!
It was a lovely experience to visit Ibrahim’s sister, her husband, and their children near the Tengragiri Eco Park Wildlife Sanctuary in Bangladesh (also known as the Mangrove Beauty—Sundarban/Fatrarban).
Unbelievable Personal Challenges That Will Change Your Life – My Sailboat Hauls Out
Have you ever taken on a challenge in life that is well beyond your capacity or what you perceive to be your capacity at the time?
SHOWCASE Creativity In Action
I Mastered SARCASM in 30 Days Without Being OFFENSIVE
Discover the hidden meaning behind sarcastic comments. Dive into the cognitive challenges and psychological processing involved in understanding sarcasm.
Did You Know Your Parent’s Success Strategies Don’t Work in Today’s Crazy World
Unlock success with these powerful strategies. Learn how to create unique content effortlessly with video editing tools.
Set Boundaries With Your Parents’ Spirit. — Your Mojo Will Thank You.
I often wonder what it would be like if he returned from the afterlife. My Dad died 39 years ago of pancreatic cancer on December 23, 1983, at 4.30 pm. I was 23 years old, and he was 58. That year was the worst Christmas of my life. To this day, I get melancholy every...
HOW a Kingsize Mattress With Your Soulmate Makes Loving Everything Possible.
Once we reach a certain age, getting up in the morning takes extra effort. So here’s the dilemma my ‘sweet pea’ and I face.
WHEN Your Pet Dog Dies, it’s Like Losing a Child. Why You Don’t Ever Want to Know
Overcome your fear of loss and discover the joys of having a dog. Explore the journey of responsibility and companionship.
I Write Rude, Funny and Raw First Thing in the Morning…Wanna See
Today I woke up a little pissed. And there’s no justifiable reason that I’m aware of. — but boy, did it help me write.
WHY Cycling the Urban Jungle Roads Will Improve the Quality of Your Life
I’ve screamed inappropriate obscenities at little old ladies in one instance, then was a good samaritan in the next.
Have the Guts to Leave Your Job at the Height of Your Career Success. My Story Will Inspire You
Transitioning from secure, meaningful employment to living, loving and learning as a freelance creative was a massive shift.
WHY My Ego Was Fed the Biggest Piece of Life’s Humble Pie
So you’re a creative person whose work rarely gets noticed? You wallow in a pissy puddle of envy, thinking, why am I not more popular?
Hostile Social Media Sells, Don’t Get Sucked In. Spread More Love in Your Creative Writing as I do
Social media platforms like Gab, Trump’s lie-filled Truth Social and other hate-promoting phlegm machines are on the rise.
Don’t Bore Me Writing Lame Storytelling About PASSION — Feel the JOY of LIFE Instead
Find, follow, grow, and discover your passion, they say - whatsoever…. so 2005? Can anyone come up with something different to say?
What If The Unknown Is Calling You?
What if there's something you've always wanted to do, but fear held you back? Think about it—the things that scare you the most are often worth pursuing. We are on this exciting path together.
I'm not here as a guru with a massive following who boasts of making a fortune online. I'm not the guy with all the answers, but I know the right questions to ask to get answers. Over the last three decades, I've learned to embrace the unknown, match my spirit with commerce, and find freedom outside the structured walls of a traditional job.
Like you, I fumble, doubt, succeed, fail, and try again, only to reach another exciting milestone that brings a smile and keeps me succeeding another day.
I am a Collaborator who makes a difference and inspires skilled creatives to launch their initiatives.
Mindfulness
Pay Attention to NOW. Kill Your Cluttered Brain, Sleep Well.
Are you fully aware of what you see, hear, taste, smell, and feel (your senses) in an instant as you sit quietly or stand where you are?
WHY Mindfulness and Creativity Bring Insights to Inspire More Joy to Life.
I blended Mindfulness with Creativity to devise a meditation practice that gives me creative insights into the problem I seek to resolve today.
HOW to Always Push Through Your Creative, Emotional Mind Blocks
Creative blocks are annoying and depressing, whether it’s momentary or long-lasting.
Bangladesh is a unique, raw, budget-friendly photographer destination rich in adventure that has yet to be spoiled by international tourism.
We have captured these 'Interesting Experiences" using an iPhone or drone throughout our travels.
Ibrahim is good at compiling clips and adding music and special effects to create short pieces to share on social media.
On the other hand, I prefer to use Final Cut Pro but rarely find the time, so I post raw cuts instead.
Either way, enjoy these spontaneously taken videos.
Be inspired to see the remarkable diversity Allah has created for us on planet Earth. In-Sha-Allah, you will capture and share your own stories.
In Bangladesh, where the rivers gently flow,
And emerald rice fields in the sun glow,
Motorbike dreams begin their lively dance,
Through quaint villages, they swiftly advance.
A whispered breeze guides the daring path,
Past golden temples of ancient craft,
Each turn reveals an untold tale,
In a land where vibrant colours never pale.
The rhythmic beat of the tire's hum,
Harmonizes with the village drum,
As friendly smiles greet the riders' eye,
In this slice of heaven underneath the endless sky.
Along the Padma, its waters wide,
Reflections ripple with the joyful ride,
The bridge stretched like a guardian’s arm,
Keeping safe the travellers from harm.
Sunsets paint the horizon in hues bold,
As shadows lengthen, the day grows old,
But the soul, alight with stories and dreams,
Holds fast to these scenes, like rushing streams.
Unforgettable journeys, under moonlit night,
The laughter of stars, a guiding light,
In Bangladesh, on motorcycles, they roam,
Finding in freedom, a road to home.
Daniel~Ibrahim
We create inspiring videos and images and write about people's creativity in a human way that brings JOY.
Take the IbraDan CHALLENGE to create and share your inspired moments of JOY.
SHOWCASE Bangladesh Stories
B-Roll Bangladesh Fisherman -Dock Workers Enjoying Meal on a Wooden Sampan Boat
Ibrahim’s buddies working at the Alipur fish docks and market in Bangladesh were invited for a meal by the fishermen, whose wooden sampan boats they unload.
Ibrahim’s Video Creation – Parasailing Bangladesh
Experience the creative journey behind our videos. From editing on an iPhone to adding a signature outro bumper, explore the transformation of raw materials into captivating content like the thrill of parasailing in Cox Bazaar along the Bay of Bengali.
Unforgettable Motorcycle Rides Through Bangladesh
Tapping into your creative genius is a journey worth taking. With effort, patience, and practice, the rewards are great. Don’t be afraid to take the leap, take risks, and embrace your imperfections. Creativity is not just about producing something extraordinary; it’s...
Want to Experience Bangladesh Like a LOCAL on a RickShaw? Watch This Now
Take a Cycle Rickshaw! In this video, Ibrahim and I experienced exciting rickshaw rides throughout Bangladesh’s stunning landscapes. From bustling cities to serene countryside, this short video captures the beauty of travel in an exotic land. See how we experienced...
THRILLING Parasailing Adventure in Bangladesh!
Experience the creative journey behind our videos. From editing on an iPhone to adding a signature outro bumper, explore the transformation of raw materials into captivating content like the thrill of parasailing in Cox Bazaar along the Bay of Bengali.
I Found the BEST Haircut in Bangladesh and Here’s What Happened
My 30-day Experiment with Creative Freedom involved immersing myself in Bengali culture and toying with a new look. In this video, Ibrahim and I visit a local barber shop. It was about a different haircut and shave experience than I was traditionally used to, about...
What Happens When You Take a WILD Tuk Tuk Ride in Bangladesh?
I embarked on a creative journey with the more extended Rickshaw clip, transforming it into the captivating ’60-second Daily Joy Reel’.
Ibrahim raised the Bangladesh flag under a Canadian flag in a show of solidarity with the fight for democracy and justice
The civil unrest and violent clashes between civilians and a highly corrupt Bangladesh government are heartbreaking to watch—particularly for immigrants like Ibrahim, who have many family and friends back home impacted by this conflict.
Stunning Sunset Sunrise – Kuakata Sea Beach, Bangladesh
The sun rising and setting over the Bay of Bengal makes it a unique place in the region, providing a perfect view of beautiful nature. This video is a simple compilation of raw clips we took throughout visits in 2022-2023.
Working at the Alipur Fish Docks and Market – Bangladesh
Ibrahim and the salty, weathered Muslim men who work in his rural village of Alipur live a simple, harsh, yet spiritually connected life.
Building Wooden Sampan Fishing Boats – Bangladesh
Clusters of sampan boats docked up and down the shoreline, with many waiting to head out or returning from 3-10 days of fishing on the Bay of Bengali.
Bangladesh’s SHOCKINGLY Beautiful Fatrarban Mango Forest Is A MUST SEE!
It was a lovely experience to visit Ibrahim’s sister, her husband, and their children near the Tengragiri Eco Park Wildlife Sanctuary in Bangladesh (also known as the Mangrove Beauty—Sundarban/Fatrarban).
Bangladesh Fishermen Collecting Fish With Nets at Sunset
Sunset walks along the beach in Bangladesh, watching a group of fishermen pull in their nets, are followed by trips to the port, where a fantastic variety of fish come in every day.
WHY You Must Speak Truth to Power When Painfully Denied a Tourist Visa
Applying for a tourist visa (Temporary Resident Visa) to Canada should be simple, painless, and fair. But these days, it’s far from that.
WHAT IF You Had to Go to Bangladesh During a Pandemic, Shit Yourself Silly, and Eat Roadkill to Find Love. Would You do it?
I was forced to follow my gut, take my time, and make the best choice on the wildest romantic half-my-age encounter ever.
Enjoy these IbraDan Creative Poetic Beliefs as we say Alhamdulillah!
"Alhamdulillah" or الحمدلله means "All praise is due to Allah". "Allah" is The God, the one and only. When Muslims want to express gratitude, they often utter this statement.
Poetic Beliefs
Whispers of the Evening Breeze: Reflections on a World in Transition
Evening Breeze: Thoughts on a Changing World Let's poetically examine our modern world's challenges, like environmental issues, economic troubles, political divides, and technology's isolating impact. We must question if society's foundations are weakening. Despite...
HOW to Get Ahead of The Crowd Within a Year
Alright! Imagine you're in a big playground with all your friends. Everyone wants to play the same game because they think it’s the best. But you have a special toy that nobody else has, and you know how to make super fun games with it. Getting ahead of the crowd is...
I asked my parents’ souls to send me a sign forgiving me for converting from Christianity to Islam.
My father’s angel laughed, saying, “Both names are the same in one.” My mother beamed approvingly, hinting I was on the same path to paradise.
HOW Was Your Day, ‘my boy’ — a Term of Endearment I Often Use With Him
I knew he was blissfully living in the moment, flirting with his lens, eager to send me another selfie tease. Covered in muck, having finished a barefoot soccer game in a rice field.
The sibling said, “Do not lose yourself in your new relationship.”
I replied, “ I have finally found myself after many years of being lost.”But you now look so different, and we are uncomfortable with your new persona. You do not fit our family mould.”
Play With Puppies, Take 100 Photos — Best Creative Stress-Release Therapy Ever
Take her for a walk, let her lick your face, rub her belly, sit on the toilette and let her stare at you while you take a dump. Rub the back of her ears and belly.
Daniel Ibrahim’s poetic expressions flow on a path that explores creative perspectives on spirituality and the world around us.
Her name is ‘Akiya’. She’s our 30-foot sailboat moored at Toronto Island Marina off Lake Ontario, CANADA.
Sailboats offer an endless array of adventure and creative stories. These are but a fraction of the images.
‘Akiya’ is the ideal spiritual safe space for creatives to be inspired. It’s about community and social connections, creative expression, endless learning, environmental awareness, joy of ownership, connection with nature, and much more!
SHOWCASE Sailboat Stories
Daily JOY Reel: Laugh Your Way to Happiness: Finding Joy in Unexpected Moments
Discover Daniel and Ibrahim’s candid and witty storytelling as they explore love, life, and creativity through laughter.
Toronto’s HIDDEN GEM Harbour Experience
This timeless video was recorded in September 2019 on an iPhone along the picturesque Toronto Island, Inner Harbour at Hanlans Point.
Unleash Your Daily JOY: My Passion in Action! Show Yours!
Here’s a video I crafted a few years back. As you’ll see, I’m passionate about my sailboat, and this passion is expressed as joy.
Unbelievable Personal Challenges That Will Change Your Life – My Sailboat Hauls Out
Have you ever taken on a challenge in life that is well beyond your capacity or what you perceive to be your capacity at the time?
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Take the IbraDan CHALLENGE to create and share your inspired moments of JOY.
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My First Attempts at Writing Fiction
Who Is Edouard Tales
Short writings about a little boy named Edouard who, like so many nerdy kids, was bullied by his peers, mocked, misunderstood and labelled 'slow' by teachers for being different. Only later to be assessed as gifted. The abuses he endured in the 1970s and 1980s from...
The Bedtime Mattress Sandwich Game — Little Edouard Tales
Tiny Edouard loved sneaking out of bed soon after Ma tucked him in, kissed his cheek, and turned off the light. He was barely tall enough to touch the floor. Belly squirming between the boxspring and the top mattress once the coast was clear. He looked like a footlong...
Parlour Games – Little Edouard Tales
Edouard was a skinny, somewhat nerdy child who preferred to be out of sight when the company would visit. Aunties would poke at his little ribs as if he were Oliver Twist, pinch his little cheeks and fix the persistent cowlick on top of his head. He dreaded company...
School Abuse and Hell – Little Edouard Tales
The typical classroom in the 60s and 70s consisted of crammed rows of desks facing a chalkboard and a lecture-based teaching approach. Students passively listened to teachers blah blah what seemed like irrelevant information. For Edouard to be interested in learning,...
Is he Retarded – Little Edouard Tales
At age seven, Edouard's school principal told his parents something was wrong with their little awkward boy. "Eduard needs to be tested," they said. "We think he has a below-average IQ and learning disability." Edouard knew he was not stupid but different, and he...
Fighting Back with Karate — Edouard Tales
Sadly, Edouard's meek, nerdy, soft-spoken pre-pubescent demeanour at school emitted an aura that screamed, 'Come at me; I'm here for the taking and won't fight back.' So, at 16, Edouard decided to take TaeKwonDo and defend himself against school bullies. The word...
Alternative Education, or I quit. —Edouard Tales
I'll Learn On My Own Thanks Fighting back Karate style to ward off thugs was a self-defence strategy that worked for Edouard. Unfortunately, I can't drop-kick the adults who create a terrible learning environment, he thought. A more diplomatic 'adult' approach was...