For tens of thousands of years ancient humans lived as hunter-gatherers. They owned few possessions and traveled across vast distances in step with the migration patterns of the beasts they hunted. It …
Streaks
Streaks are their own reward. When you commit to something every day, you find satisfaction—independent from the activity itself—just in keeping the streak alive. In this way, streaks are a …
I don’t have time for that
"I don't have time for that" is a comforting lie. But here's the inconvenient truth: Time is irrelevant. Your priorities dictate what you choose to do and what you decide to ignore. …
Cut the slack
I spent many hours of my undergraduate studies in the East Hall atrium. Located in the heart of the math department, the high glass ceiling and long wooden tables made it the ideal place to meet up …
Bad attitudes are contagious
Like the common cold, an intern with a bad attitude might infect 5% of the people she interacts with. It's a nuisance, but tolerable. Things will get better on their own after a few days. …
Learn from the best
The opinion of one world class expert is better than a dozen amateurs. The expert has been there. Done that. Proven she knows what it takes to succeed. The internet has democratized knowledge. …