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Every champion knows the taste of defeat. What separates the greats, however, isn't just how good they are
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Lessons from Gilgamesh: Drawing Wisdom from Stories
I was reading about ancient Mesopotamia and finally, in particular, The Epic of Gilgamesh, which I'd heard a
Confidence and Competence: Mental Barriers to Build Real Skills
As we grow up we’re surrounded by people and environments that shape what we believe is possible. These early
Run from genius: Why Following Geniuses Can Lead to Failure
People are drawn to genius like moths to a flame. We write books about geniuses. Make films about them. Genius
Build the launch pad: Small Steps Lead to Big Wins
It can be dangerous to dream too big before you’re ready - you’re setting yourself up to fail,
Call the timeout: A Secret to Make Better Decisions
We all have goals that require some discipline, but once one thing goes wrong it can be easy to let
Sweat the Small Stuff: The Cost of Overlooking the Little Things
I had a friend who loved to say “Don’t sweat the small stuff.” The problem is, it’s often
It’s a sprint and a marathon: How to Plan Your Life for the Long-Haul
People like to say, “It’s not a sprint; it’s a marathon.” The problem is that some people take
Preparing for a knife fight: How to Predict and Prepare for the Future
Longevity expert Peter Attia talks about the Centenarian Decathlon - the idea that if we want to maintain our physical
Curate all the things: How to Take Control of What You Consume
A bazillion years ago, in the great library in Alexandria, you could find some cool books. You didn’t have
Make more things
Rick Rubin is a music producer who has made a name for himself by working with some of the biggest
Cancer research and infinite monkeys
As humans, we're constantly trying to optimise for success and make the most of our time. But have
