Laughter is universal, but lol is not.

So you know the first 6 rules. You’ve maneuvered through the initial offer conversation, you’ve lined up counteroffers from other companies, and now it’s time to move into the actual negotiating.

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The problem with too much consumption is that it can leave us feeling utterly empty inside. Ironically, it creates something: One big void. A small dose of creativity is good for us. It can help us become more present, less anxious, and much more fulfilled.…

To attract new talent, employers often offer new hires higher wages than existing employees. But today, a combination of regulatory changes and technological advances have dramatically increased pay transparency in many sectors, making employees increasingly…

Last Updated: January 23, 2026There’s no question that AI will impact jobs. But which jobs are more likely…

Explore strategies to break free from the feeling of being stuck. Learn how recognizing and addressing internal barriers can pave the way for personal growth.

It’s surprisingly easy to be generous and find solutions to our friend’s problems. Much easier than it is to do it for ourselves. Why? There are two useful reasons, I think. FIRST, beca…

Here’s Dave Rupert (from my notes):

What philosophy can teach us when all is well but something feels off in our lives.

We all get mad now and then. But too much anger can damage your heart, brain and gastrointestinal system.

I didn't write a lot last year, even though I wanted to. Here are the things I tell myself that keep me from writing, and why they are probably bullshit.

In describing how they remember their lines, actors are telling us an important truth about memory.

Forming meaningful bonds with others can improve your health, make you mentally sharper, and fuel creativity. Making friends can feel daunting, but research shows there are many ways to build better connections.

The Breakfast Question or How Would You Have Felt If You Hadn't Eaten Breakfast? is a bait question and a counterfactual conditional that references a 4cha

One thing I’ve learned over time is to read fewer books but to take the time to write summaries for the good ones. The ROI of spending 2h writing a synopsis is much higher than spending those 2h powering through the next book on your list. Reading is not…

My endless battle with the "Project Hydra": why I can't seem to finish projects, and the strategies I'm exploring to finally complete what I start. A personal journey through productivity's thorniest challenge.

I always thought I was too dumb to understand math. During my school years, it was evident to me that for some kids math was easy, and for others like myself: painfully difficult.