Back Pocket Philosophy originally started as a project to consolidate my writings from scraps of paper and pocket notebooks that I have kept over the course of many years. These are things I would often put in my back pocket when traveling from place to place. I found the back pocket to be the safest spot where my writings wouldn't fall out and did not overcrowd my other pockets. Slowly but surely, these writings would be further compacted into a manila envelope entitled, 'Collected Thoughts'. Now, it serves as an exploration of my perception, reflection and experience thus far. The reader will be able to see connections or oppositions in themes and writing styles scattered across the book, alluding to the time or frame I lived in. Making this text has been a big help to myself and I want to share my insights with anyone willing to take the time.