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Personal Life Story
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My Philosophy
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Autobiography
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About Me

My name is Maksim Aleksandrovich Bryksin.
Connecticut | USA

Personal Life Story

2000s

Born in Lyubertsy, Russia (Люберцы, Россия) on the outskirts of Moscow (Москва). Being alive for about a year and a half, I then eventually immigrated to the USA living in Brooklyn, New York with my family in 2003. Living for my first couple years in the states, I then moved to Connecticut where I spent most of my childhood growing up to become the person I am today. From 2005 to the present day in the span of over two decades, I've experienced major life-changing moments that's shaped me in ways I never would've imagined before.

Since being a child, I'd always be passionate for self motivation, blogging, art, graphic design and so much more. Being a few months old, my family went on a short vacation to Hamburg, Germany in late 2002. While living in Brooklyn, NY we also went to the Carribean in 2005 and spent about a week there.

In January 2007, I once again visited Russia to meet my grandparents, my cousins and their families in the rural countryside. I often look back at this moment in my childhood being young and radiant but sadly my great grandparents passed away not too long after our visit from old age.

Starting kindergarten at a rather late time in the fall of 2008 during the Great Recession following our family's purchase of our home in Hamden, CT. In early 2009 my parents found Eric, a Norwegian forest cat from Pennsylvania.

Early 2010s

In August 2010, my family and I went to Mississauga, Ontario in Canada and then to Montréal, Québec later in 2015. While in Canada, we went to the CN Tower in Toronto as well as Mont Royal in Montréal and much more.

In 2011, we went on a 6 hour road trip Rochester, New York to flee Hurricane Irene. Between 2011 and 2015, my parents and I made multiple visits to see my sister whom was attending college at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). When Hurricane Sandy struck the East Coast in October 2012 along with a nasty snowstorm in November, I stood looking out the window seeing nothing but gloomy nasty weather and thick white snow.

High School Years (late 2010s)

From the years 2017 to 2021 where I ended up moving up north to where my mom's friends lived at in Farmington, CT where I attended high school and received my diploma in June 2021. In April 2018, we made our first trip to the Bay Area in California where we visited my sister and her boyfriend in Berkeley, CA. We also made a couple more trips in 2019 seeing the Pacific Coasts along with seeing San Francisco, Oakland, The Golden Gate Bridge, and much more.

In November 2019, while Connecticut had a very cold breeze where temperatures were freezing cold, we attended my sister's wedding at the Culinary Institute in Napa Valley. Being truly grateful for being there with her for the event it truly changed me and how I saw myself.

2020s and Onwards

When the COVID-19 pandemic was announced to the world in March 2020, I mostly stood at home for about a year and a half attending school from home and working on the side. My whole world changed in that very time alone, and since then I began to see myself in a whole different light. Spending the last few years with my Dad following my High School Graduation in June 2021 after attending his parents funeral in the summer of 2020.

Since November 2025, I've been mostly distant and a lot is unknown but more is yet to come.

📸 My Philosophy 📸

To me, creativity is more than artistic expression — it’s a mindset. It’s about how we approach challenges, adapt to change, and find meaning in the everyday moments that shape who we are. Through this blog, I explore ways to strengthen that mindset, turning imagination into action and ideas into growth. My goal is not only to share what I learn but to build a community of people who value personal development, mindfulness, and authenticity. Growth isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress — one idea, one choice, and one inspired moment at a time.

I'm a lifelong learner passionate about personal growth, imagination, and creative exploration. This blog is my space to share insights, reflections, and practical ideas that inspire others to think deeply, grow continually, and live intentionally. I believe growth begins with curiosity — the willingness to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and view life through a lens of possibility. Every post I write is meant to spark that same curiosity in others, helping readers discover their unique strengths and perspectives.

📱 Let’s Connect 📱

I love hearing from those who are on their own journeys of growth and creativity. Feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, or questions on my socials, or reach out directly — your perspective might inspire the next post. Together, let us explore new ways to grow, imagine, and create a life filled with purpose and inspiration.

Contact Me:

Personal: maksim.bryksin@gmail.com
Business: Coming Soon! 😎
Phone: DM me for Number 😎