There’s an old joke about an economist walking down the street when he steps on a $100 bill lying on the ground. He spots it, but decides to walk right on by. “After all,” he chuckles to himself, “if that had really been a $100 bill, someone else would have picked it up already!” It’s […]
My Best Book Recommendations
Over the years, I’ve read hundreds of books and recommended more than a few on this blog. Below, I’ve organized the best books I’ve read. If you’re looking to expand your library with something great, these are some of my favorites. My 5 Favorite Books Below I’ve lumped books into specific categories. However, these five […]
Five Lessons about Life and Ultralearning (My WDS Keynote Talk)
This June, I gave a keynote talk at WDS 2019 about Ultralearning. I cover five lessons I’ve learned about life from undertaking my various projects: The hard way is the easy way. A little fear is very useful. Feedback is good, so ignore most of it. The shortest path is straight ahead. Happiness is not […]
The Complete Guide to Self-Control
Indulge now and pay the price later? Or wait a little and reap bigger rewards in the future? Many of life’s biggest challenges come down to a simple trade off. Self-control isn’t easy. But it is possible to make it easier. In this guide, I’ve teamed up with cognitive science PhD student Jakub Jilek for […]
I'm a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcast host, computer programmer and an avid reader. Since 2006, I've published weekly essays on this website to help people like you learn and think better. My work has been featured in The New York Times, BBC, TEDx, Pocket, Business Insider and more. I don't promise I have all the answers, just a place to start.