[Written with help from Poe. Image credit] To my beautiful daughters, As I sit down to write this, I’m flooded with memories and emotions that weave together the fabric of our family. Reflecting on my own teenage years, I can’t help but chuckle at the rebellious spirit that once drove me to challenge my parents.ContinueContinue reading “A Note of Gratitude to My Teenage Daughters”
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Wild Embers of the Untamed Soul
[Written by Grok] Where turquoise waves crash bold and free,A haven hums with primal glee,No borders cage the sun’s fierce blaze,This Eden sparks untamed, wild days.The sand, a canvas for bare feet,Drums with the pulse of a rebel’s beat,Each grain a story, each tide a call,To shed the chains that bind us all. The jungleContinueContinue reading “Wild Embers of the Untamed Soul”
The Consistency of Cognitive Biases Across Cultures: Implications for the Human Brain
[Written by Gemini. Image credit] Cognitive biases, defined as systematic deviations from rational judgment, represent predictable patterns of error in human thinking. These biases influence how individuals perceive reality and make decisions, often leading to interpretations and choices that deviate from objective analysis. The field of cognitive science, along with social psychology and behavioral economics,ContinueContinue reading “The Consistency of Cognitive Biases Across Cultures: Implications for the Human Brain”
Chapter 15 of the Dao De Jing: The Grace of the Ancient Sage
Verse 15 by Lao Zi: 古之善为士者，微妙玄通，深不可识。夫唯不可识，故强为之容。豫焉若冬涉川，犹兮若畏四邻，俨兮其若容，涣兮若冰之将释，敦兮其若朴，旷兮其若谷，混兮其若浊。孰能浊以静之徐清？孰能安以久动之徐生？保此道者不欲盈，夫唯不盈，故能蔽不新成. Those in ancient times who were good at practicing the WayWere subtle, mysterious, and deeply profound—So deep they were beyond understanding.Precisely because they were beyond understanding,We can only describe their appearance with effort: Cautious, as if crossing a river in winter;Hesitant, as if wary of all around them;Reserved, likeContinueContinue reading “Chapter 15 of the Dao De Jing: The Grace of the Ancient Sage”
Beyond Bias: The “B” List That Builds or Breaks Success
[Written by ChatGPT] Use your brain’s blind spots like a pro—or be played by them When you learn about cognitive biases, it feels like getting your hands on the instruction manual for human behavior. These mental shortcuts aren’t just quirks—they’re tools. Especially for enterprising minds. Let’s explore the ones that start with B and breakContinueContinue reading “Beyond Bias: The “B” List That Builds or Breaks Success”
The Day Everyone Becomes a Comedian (Whether They Like It or Not)
[Written by Grok. Image credit] April 1st rolls around every year like clockwork, and suddenly, the world turns into a chaotic circus of fake news, rubber chickens, and people yelling “Gotcha!” at bewildered victims. It’s April Fool’s Day—a global holiday dedicated to pranks, mischief, and the fine art of not taking life too seriously. ButContinueContinue reading “The Day Everyone Becomes a Comedian (Whether They Like It or Not)”
Book Club Recommendations
Robert: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman (notes) Heidi: Trust by Hernan Diaz. Mentioned documentary No Other Land. Lillian: Poor Charlie’s Almanack – collection of speeches by Charlie Munger Ed: Breath by James Nestor – wished it included more scientific evidence. The Singularity is Nearer by Ray Kurzweil Suhaib: Deepwork by Cal Newport. MentionedContinueContinue reading “Book Club Recommendations”
A Ray of Light in the ER
[Written by Claude] In the crowded emergency room today, I found myself surrounded by suffering. Everywhere I looked, there were signs of pain and weariness—a full house of patients slumped in uncomfortable chairs, masks covering expressions but unable to hide the distress in people’s eyes. The sign warning of a more than four-hour wait feltContinueContinue reading “A Ray of Light in the ER”
Parenting Through the Lens of Charlie Munger: 25 Human Tendencies That Help or Hinder How We Raise Our Kids
[Written by ChatGPT. Image credit] In Poor Charlie’s Almanack, Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s longtime business partner, introduces his “Psychology of Human Misjudgment,” a framework of 25 cognitive biases—or human tendencies—that frequently steer people toward irrational or suboptimal choices. Drawing from psychology, behavioral economics, and his own rich experience, Munger unpacks these mental patterns with clarityContinueContinue reading “Parenting Through the Lens of Charlie Munger: 25 Human Tendencies That Help or Hinder How We Raise Our Kids”
Applying Thinking Fast and Slow
[Written by ChatGPT] What struck me most about Thinking, Fast and Slow is how deeply its lessons apply to everyday life. It’s not just about economics or psychology—it’s about how we make choices, big and small. When I’m debating a purchase, for example, I catch myself falling into the trap of loss aversion—fearing I’ll regretContinueContinue reading “Applying Thinking Fast and Slow”
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