Not Much: Writings of Wonder in the Ordinary

by Rajesh Dhawan

What really happens when not much happens?

In a world that values grand events and constant motion, Not Much makes a quiet, insistent case for the significance of the overlooked moments that truly make up our lives. It is an invitation to see our world with new eyes.

This collection of 59 observational pieces, written on-site during late Spring through early Summer of 2025 in Berlin and Prague, is a luminous journey into the ordinary. From the hiss of steam from a coffee machine to the silent gesture of a stranger on a tram, author Rajesh Dhawan captures the world with a rare and unfiltered presence, revealing the wonder hidden in plain sight.

This is not a book that tells you how to live, but one that shows what it looks like to pay close attention. It is a testament to the idea that our capacity for astonishment is a skill that can be trained, and a guide to discovering that the most profound moments are the ones we so often miss.

249 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 5, 2025

About the author

Whether he is writing about living mindfully, creating reportage drawings from life, or guiding people through their own lives, Rajesh Dhawan's diverse work is united by a simple conviction: the depth of our lives follows the depth of our attention.

Drawing on over 35 years of experience (since 1990) in hardware and software technology and business, and driven by his lifelong experiments with mindful action, meaningful learning, compassionate living and creativity, Rajesh works with a diverse community -- from students to professionals, and from locals to immigrants -- accompanying them on their journeys in art, entrepreneurship, and impactful living.

He lives in Prague, Czech Republic.