Does free will exist? Can we make decisions, or are all our decisions already made for us, by unconscious processes we can't control?
Underrated Success Tactic: Actually Doing the Math
Don't trust random opinions. Calculate the answers for yourself! Buying a home, going on a diet or choosing a business strategy--do the math first!
Want to Learn a Language on Your Next Trip? Avoid These Six Mistakes.
Immersion is the best way to learn a language. You can learn much faster than sitting in class. It feels exciting and useful, not just a stale list of grammatical rules and vocabulary words. However, most people make some key mistakes when trying to learn a language while traveling. I’ve made these mistakes, so I […]
Some Thoughts on Meditation
Interested in learning to meditate? Here are some of my experiences with the practice. Including how to meditate, and what I've done wrong in the past.
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.