STEADY RHYTHM
Frequently asked questions
About Steady Rhythm, the Prelude and the practice of life inquiry.
Understanding Steady Rhythm
01 — What is Steady Rhythm?
Steady Rhythm is a developing body of work concerned with how we live, interpret our experiences and participate in the conditions shaping our lives
It recognises that our lives are influenced by biological, environmental and social rhythms, alongside the meanings we give to what we encounter.
Through life inquiry, we learn to examine these interactions more precisely and participate in life more deliberately.
02 — What is life inquiry?
Life inquiry is the practice of examining what we are encountering, the interpretations we are forming, what deserves closer attention and how we wish to participate next.
It draws upon abilities we already possess — including noticing, questioning, interpreting and reconsidering.
These abilities can be practised and strengthened, even when the circumstances of everyday life make them difficult to exercise.
03 — Do I need to change my life to practise Steady Rhythm?
No.
Life inquiry does not begin with the assumption that something is wrong or must be changed.
Sometimes it leads us to reconsider a decision, alter a habit or address a difficult situation. At other times, it helps us recognise what is worth continuing or leaving as it is.
The intention is to participate more deliberately, rather than pursue change for its own sake.
04 — Is Steady Rhythm a coaching or therapeutic programme?
No. Steady Rhythm is a body of work around life inquiry, rather than a coaching or therapeutic programme.
Its guided conversations are educational and reflective. They help participants practise examining their experiences and decisions more precisely.
Life inquiry is not a substitute for therapy, medical care, financial advice, career advice or other professional expertise.
The Steady Rhythm Prelude
05 — What is Nhớ?
Nhớ is the first movement of the Steady Rhythm Prelude, a collection of three books.
Its Vietnamese title carries associations with remembering, missing and longing.
The book begins with noticing — the experiences, questions and conditions in ordinary life that we may have become accustomed to overlooking.
06 — Why is Nhớ offered as a complimentary book?
Nhớ is my gift to you.
I wrote it as an invitation into the world of Steady Rhythm — to share some of the experiences, observations and questions that began this body of work.
I would like our first encounter to begin with these questions and the conversations they may inspire, rather than with a transaction.
There is nothing you need to purchase or commit to. Simply receive the book, read it in your own time, and see what it brings to your attention.
If you later wish to support the continued development of Steady Rhythm, you are welcome to make a contribution. It is entirely optional. Postage is charged separately where applicable.
07 — What are Lâng Lâng and Duyên?
Lâng Lâng and Duyên are the second and third movements of the Steady Rhythm Prelude.
Together, the three movements explore noticing, recovery and participation.
The Prelude is a formative collection introducing the experiences and questions underlying Steady Rhythm. It is not a prerequisite for learning or practising life inquiry.
Participating in life inquiry
08 — Do I need to read Nhớ before attending an inquiry?
No.
You may begin directly with an Inquiry Call or In-person Inquiry. No prior experience with Steady Rhythm is necessary.
09 — What can I bring to an inquiry?
You may bring a decision, recurring concern, relationship, situation at work or home, or something that has been occupying your attention.
You do not need to prepare a polished question or arrive with a clearly defined problem.
We can begin with what you are encountering.
10 — What is your role during the inquiry?
My role is to facilitate the conversation, not to determine what you should do.
I may ask questions, offer observations, introduce distinctions and explain the practice where useful.
You remain responsible for your interpretations, decisions and actions.
The intention is to help you become more capable of conducting your own inquiries.
11 — What is the difference between the two inquiry formats?
Inquiry Call
60 minutes • Voice or video call • SGD 29
A focused, one-to-one conversation conducted remotely.
In-person Inquiry
90 minutes • Location by arrangement • SGD 65
An extended, one-to-one conversation at a suitable meeting place in Singapore.
Both follow the same principles of life inquiry.
12 — Will I need to attend more than one session?
No.
Each inquiry is a complete conversation in itself. You are welcome to return with another situation or question, but there is not required package or ongoing commitment.
The longer-term intention is for you to develop greater independence in practising life inquiry.