Personal Growth
I have a relentless habit of comparing myself to others, which undermines my self-worth and erodes the quality of relationships. What is the root cause of it? Does everyone else have it? How can we move to a better way of relating to people without constant comparison and competition? When
Sketches
Abstract thinking is a trap that creates an illusion of knowledge. It is better to avoid generalization and use storytelling with takeaways instead of more abstract discussion.
Long read
After worshiping "minimalism" and refusing to own a home for many years, Maverick finally buys a house in Texas after meeting a terrifying creature.
Sketches
An alarm clock enforces a somewhat unnatural behavior. It's an instrument of management and improvement, not authenticity and enjoyment. Rephrasing Joe Hudson, you need to manage someone only if they won't do the desired action by themselves without your intervention. That begs the question: do you
Sketches
I'm exploring a lifestyle free of addictive substances. Addiction happens when something evolutionary good but scarce becomes too readily available. Addictions are brain hacks when we game the mind to get pleasure without effort. Examples: * Sugar. Sweet things in nature evolutionally were good because they were calorie-rich fast
Sketches
Focus your essay on a single idea that is supported by your story. I was writing an essay about the benefits of ownership. I started with an abstract list of benefits and tried to remember stories that drove my point home. The points were weak. The stories were dry. The
Sketches
Human civilization is an interplay between form and meaning. People forget why the form was created and what its meaning is. They like to take that form as it is. However, without the meaning, the form is dead. If you don't understand the meaning of things, you just
Sketches
Very often, I delete the first paragraph when I write. It takes me a bit to warm up. Usually, the good stuff starts to come out after a few contextual sentences that establish a starting point for my mind to think and develop the story. But, more often than not,
Shorts
I watched a fountain of blood and bones on my 4K HDR TV. A moment later, I realized that my 3-year-old son secretly watched it with me. Cold goosebumps of horror rushed through my body. Did I fail as a parent?
Shorts
The notes Hand-in-Hand Parenting class, Session 1. All kids are good. If you think they are not - look inside yourself. Change your mindset and behavior. Build connection. Kids will follow!
Sketches
I called ten companies to repair an issue with my house's HVAC unit. Most of them connect to some form of "coordinator" who collects the order and sends your info to the operations person who schedules your visit. At no point you talk to an actual
Essay
What if I told you the best way to achieve your goals is to drop them? This story defines the concept of Impartiality and shows how it can improve your connection with other people.