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Exploring my curiosity and sharing what I learn along the way. Gave up a grand slam on ESPN in 2012 and still waiting for it to land.

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A concept that changed my life. The Time Billionaire:
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I can’t stop laughing at this.
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This Reddit post hit me hard.
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Researchers studied the effects of a 20-minute walk on the cognitive performance of a group of children. This is fascinating…
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The outtakes of NASA astronauts trying to walk on the moon are amazing.
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Today is my 32nd birthday. Over the last month, I asked several 90-year-olds what advice they would give to their 32-year-old selves. Here's the life advice everyone needs to hear:
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A “razor” is a rule of thumb that simplifies decision making. The most powerful razors I’ve found:
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Ok, my brain hurts.
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I recently came across data on who we spend our time with over the course of our lives. The insights are simultaneously inspiring and depressing. Here are 6 graphs everyone needs to see:
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The most powerful paradoxes of life:
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How to make new habits stick. The Two-Day Rule:
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The IKEA Marriage Test Before you marry someone, go to IKEA together and a buy a piece of furniture. Bring it home and build it. If you can successfully navigate that entire process without wanting to kill each other, you’re ready to get married.
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Soooo…Spanx was valued at $1.2 billion in its recent deal, and Sara Blakely did something special to celebrate her team. Absolute legend.
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Harsh truths I know at 32 I wish I knew at 22. 1. Most of your friends aren’t really your friends. (a visual thread)
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How to Win (without talent or luck):
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The Spotlight Effect (a visual thread)
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In summary: (1) Family time is limited—cherish it. (2) Friend time is limited—prioritize real ones. (3) Partner time is significant—never settle. (4) Children time is precious—be present. (5) Coworker time is significant—find energy. (6) Alone time is highest—love yourself.
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I recently found out I'm going to be a father. Here are the principles I want to teach my child to live by:
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I can’t stop laughing at this.
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An important rule for life.
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The days are long but the years are short.
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With the rapid deterioration of the Russia/Ukraine situation, you’re going to hear a lot about SWIFT in the coming days… Here’s a quick breakdown of what it is and why it matters:
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The Feynman Razor Complexity and jargon are used to mask a lack of deep understanding. If you can’t explain it to a 5-year-old, you don’t really understand it. If someone uses a lot of complexity and jargon to explain something, they probably don’t understand it.
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11 harsh truths that changed my life (and may change yours):
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Benjamin Franklin’s daily routine was a thing of beauty.
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The interview process is never fun. But it’s a real opportunity to stand out. Master these 10 common questions to nail your next interview:
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Researchers studied the impact of meetings on our brains. This is fascinating…
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Life "cheat codes" everyone should know:
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The most powerful life hacks I’ve found:
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1. Now and then, break out the fancy china and drink the good wine for no reason at all. 2. Dance at weddings until your feet are sore. 3. Tell your partner you love them every night before falling asleep. Someday you’ll find the other side of the bed empty and wish you could.
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How to stop procrastinating:
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23 lies you've been told about the world:
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I can't stop thinking about this question: Are you willing to sprint when the distance is unknown? In 2021, Georgia Tech strength coach Lewis Caralla delivered this epic speech to the football team. If it doesn't get you motivated, you may need to check your pulse... He opens…
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22 ideas from 2022. The top 1% of ideas I encountered:
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21 lessons learned in 2021:
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Your entire life can change with one year of focused daily effort.
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These paradoxes will change your life:
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One cold email can change your life. Here's how to write a great one:
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If you’re building your career… Prioritize these core principles:
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4. Don’t fear sadness, as it tends to sit right next to love. 5. Treat your body like a house you have to live in for another 70 years. 6. Never raise your voice, except for at a ballgame. 7. Do one good deed every single day, but never tell anyone about it.
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How to learn anything. The Feynman Technique:
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The Feynman Technique (how to learn anything):
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The Feynman Technique—how to learn anything:
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The most powerful ideas in life:
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The most dangerous mental errors (you don’t know you’re making):
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If you only act when you feel motivated, you’ll never get anything done.
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This is beautiful.
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1/ An Allegory of Finance I have been posting a lot of educational (and humorous!) threads on finance, money, and economics. My mission is simple: to demystify these concepts and make them accessible to everyone. All of the threads can be found below. Enjoy and please share!
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8. Time doesn't heal anything when it comes to relationships. Don't delay difficult conversations. 9. Find the things that make your eyes light up. Do more of those. 10. Always remind yourself that your track record for making it through your bad days is perfect.
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To outperform, you need serious competitive advantages. But contrary to what you have been told, most of them don't require talent. 10 competitive advantages that you can start developing today:
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Last year, I had a conversation that changed my life. It caused me to upend everything and move across the country. The lesson from it may change yours:
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15 bad habits holding you back from your potential:
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The most powerful paradoxes of life:
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Reminder: Forcing humans to sit still all day is foolish. Recess is sacred—for children and adults alike!
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On January 1, 2014, I wrote a letter to my future self just before graduating. Today, 10 years later, I opened it. This hit me hard. Everyone should do this.
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You’ve been told that money is the only type of wealth. This is a lie. The 5 types of wealth you MUST understand:
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One of the most difficult challenges for any ambitious person is eliminating the guilt associated with free time and rest.
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The Harvard Study of Adult Development began tracking the lives of 268 Harvard sophomores in 1938. It is considered the longest running study on adult life, health, and happiness. Here are 3 powerful findings everyone should know:
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20 ideas I can’t stop thinking about:
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How to learn anything. The Feynman Technique: (a visual thread)
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The Persuasion Paradox Have you noticed that the most argumentative people rarely persuade anyone? The most persuasive people don’t argue—they observe, listen, and ask questions. Argue less, persuade more. Persuasion is an art that requires a paintbrush, not a sledgehammer.
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The Feynman Technique for learning anything: Step 1: Identify a topic Step 2: Try to explain it to a 5-year-old Step 3: Study to fill in knowledge gaps Step 4: Organize, convey, and review True genius is the ability to simplify, not complicate. Simple is beautiful.
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Simple habits I’ve found to have the highest ROI: • Sleeping 7-8 hours • Exercising for 60+ minutes • Getting direct sunlight • Working in 60 minute sprints • Journaling for 5 minutes pre-bed • Turning on “Do Not Disturb” mode • Expressing gratitude Simple is beautiful.
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One cold email can completely change your life. Here’s how to write a great one:
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The Luck Razor When choosing between two paths, choose the path that has a larger luck surface area. Your actions put you in a position where luck is more likely to strike. It’s hard to get lucky watching TV at home—it’s easy to get lucky when you’re engaging and learning.
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Learning is a skill. Here's a tactical approach to learning anything:
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“Razors” are rules of thumb that simplify decisions. The most valuable razors I’ve discovered:
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The hiring process is ultra-competitive. But you’ve incorrectly been told that the only way to stand out is by having fancy degrees and credentials. THREAD: 20 ways to stand out in a hiring process (that don’t involve your resume):
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A young statistician saved their lives. His insight (and how it can change yours): During World War II, the U.S. wanted to add reinforcement armor to specific areas of its planes. Analysts examined returning bombers and plotted the bullet holes and damage on them (as in the…
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The Feynman Technique is a foundational mental model for unlocking growth in your career, startup, business, or writing. A thread on how it works and how it can change your life...
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The Arena Razor When faced with two paths, choose the path that puts you in the arena. It's easy to throw rocks from the sidelines. It's scary and lonely in the arena—but it's where growth happens. Once you're in the arena, never take advice from people on the sidelines.
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The difference between amateurs and professionals:
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Feeling stuck? Go for a walk. There is no mental block strong enough to outlast the power of a 30-minute walk.
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My mom hired a writer to sit down with my 95-year-old grandmother in India and document stories from her life. They met weekly for two years. The process brought my grandmother immense joy—the result will bring my family joy for years to come. I think everyone should do this:…
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Walk like you have *4,000* ancestors behind you.
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My wife and I recently started a monthly check-in ritual. It’s been incredible for our relationship. The Life Dinner:
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Early career years are intimidating—there's so much that feels out of your control. Here are the career principles I wish I knew when I was starting out:
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How to retain everything you learn. The Spaced Repetition Method (science-backed):
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The Optimist Razor When choosing who to spend time with, prioritize spending more time with optimists. Pessimists see closed doors. Optimists see open doors—and probably kick down the closed doors along the way. Remember: Pessimists sound smart, optimists get rich.
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Time Spent With Partner Trends upwards until death. Key Takeaways: • Who you choose as a partner is the most important decision you'll ever make. • Find someone you genuinely enjoy spending time with. Never settle for less than love.
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By now, you’ve probably heard that global supply chains are in a state of disarray. Here's a simple breakdown of what’s causing it:
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How to become the main character in your life. The Character Alarm Method:
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Frameworks provide clarity in complex situations. Here are 20 useful frameworks (on startups, investing, writing, & life):
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Before I got married, a friend asked me how I knew I had found my one. My reply: “Because I love doing nothing with her.” Life isn’t the glamorous moments. Life is mostly the simple moments of nothing. When you find someone you love doing nothing with, you’ve found your one.
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11. If something has a minor issue, repair it. Minor issues become major issues over time. Applies equally to love, friendships, health, and home. 12. The most damning lie you can tell is the lie you tell to yourself. 13. No one has ever argued their way to happiness.
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17. Never let a good friendship atrophy. Send the text, make the call, plan the trip. Good friendships must be treasured. 18. When you meet someone, look them in the eye, give a firm handshake, and call them by their name. 19. Give everybody a second chance, but never a third.
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Harsh Truth: Most people don't really care about you. The Spotlight Effect:
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I made a list of 10 things I know I’d regret on my deathbed. It was illuminating and inspiring. Here’s my list (and why everyone should make one):
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The interview process is ultra-competitive. But with proper preparation, it is possible to stand out. THREAD: 20 common interview questions, what they really mean, and how to nail them:
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If you’re stressing out over something stupid, read this:
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Reddit is a treasure trove of ideas, information, and insights. You just need to know where to look. A list of 20 interesting subreddits to get you started:
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A cheat code I wish I could teach my 18-year-old self... The 4 Types of Luck:
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Logical fallacies are errors in reasoning that undermine the quality of an argument. THREAD: 20 common logical fallacies to learn, identify, and avoid:
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The Effort Paradox You have to put in more effort to make something appear effortless. Effortless, elegant performances are often the result of a large volume of effortful, gritty practice. Small things become big things. Simple is not simple.
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Razors are rules that simplify decisions. THREAD: 20+ powerful razors (to help you cut through life’s noise):
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20 things I wish I could tell my 18-year-old self:
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The top 1% of new ideas I've encountered:
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20 significant mental errors (you don’t know you’re making):
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The Wisdom Paradox “The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know.” — Albert Einstein The more you learn, the more you are exposed to the immense unknown. This should be empowering, not frightening. Embrace your own ignorance. Embrace lifelong learning.
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When you find out you’re going to have a baby, you get a lot of advice. Unfortunately, most of it sucks. Here is the straight talk parenting advice I wish I had received:
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