Day 88 – Simplicity is Earned
In our quest for progress and efficiency, we often hear the well-intentioned advice: “keep it simple.” This phrase, while catchy, oversimplifies the journey to achieving true simplicity. It’s a misconception to believe that we can start out with simplicity. We, humans, are organically inclined towards complexity, much like any other living entity. Consider a tree: […]
Day 87 – Establish the Minimum
Introduction In the whirlwind of life, the only constant is change, often manifesting as disruptions to our meticulously planned routines. It’s a familiar story: the frustration of a schedule thrown into disarray by unforeseen events. Recently, I found myself grappling with this very challenge while traveling with my family. My typical workload seemed like a […]
Day 85 – Metrics Matter
In any endeavor we undertake, there’s always that one key metric that stands as the beacon of success or failure. It’s like a lighthouse in a stormy sea of efforts, unmissable and undeniable. Think of it this way: in a business venture, the ultimate measure of success is the income generated from operations. Yes, there […]
Day 83 – The 365 Day Challenge
Lingering in the back of my mind is a goal I’ve long aspired to achieve. I’ve toyed with the idea of elevating it to a “resolution,” but fear of failure keeps me from fully committing. Yet, as January 1st dawns, it presents a compelling opportunity to make a commitment. Could this new year herald the […]
Day 82 – Pluck It Out
This week, I stumbled into a familiar pitfall: distraction. I found myself meandering down a tantalizing path, brimming with fun and intriguing prospects. It seemed harmless, even beneficial at first. But as the week unfolded, this new venture, initially a mere diversion, began to morph into a significant undertaking. It wasn’t until my weekly review […]
Day 81 – The Crossroads – Making Tough Decisions
A year ago, I found myself at a significant crossroads, a moment that demanded a tough decision. In my view, a tough decision is like standing at a fork in the road, each path leading to vastly different destinations. One was the easy, well-trodden path, clear and predictable. The other? A challenging, murky trail, fraught […]
Day 72 – Non-Productive Times
In our unrelenting pursuit of productivity and efficiency, we often forget a crucial truth: not everyone can be at the peak of their productivity all the time. This acknowledgment forms the core of our discussion today. Imagine this: you’re seated before your computer, a block of time dedicated to working on something important. You try […]
Day 68 – Building Our Digital Competitors
“Humans were foolish to build their own competitors—but they couldn’t help themselves.” – Erasmus (the thinking machine, not the philosopher) The Unintended Consequences of AI in Human Interaction Yesterday, an intriguing thought about our near future struck me. As people become increasingly adept at using AI tools and creating digital “bots” that represent themselves on […]
Day 67 – Deciphering Life’s Patterns
Last night, I had the opportunity to witness the magic of pattern recognition in a simple yet profound setting. My daughter was working on a school project that involved creating a recognizable pattern using a series of linear equations. As we started plugging equations into a graphing tool, we watched as a pattern gradually emerged […]
Day 66 – Finding Time
Last week, as I watched my niece shine in her high school’s rendition of ‘Alice in Wonderland,’ a particular scene caught my attention. In it, Alice and the Cheshire Cat engage in a whimsical yet profound debate about time. While Alice frets over returning to her birthday party punctually, the Cheshire Cat challenges her with […]