Songs attach themselves to Memories

Quick thoughts on music & memories.

Experience: Why it Beats Advice

Think of “learning from experiences” versus “learning from advice” as just increasing your odds of hearing the right thing. You only need one tidbit, crumb of value from someone’s story to propulse you in the right direction or to recognize the one thing that’s been holding you back.

Would you push the Fat Man off the Bridge?

Bentham would, but Kant wouldn’t. Or maybe he would I don’t know. And would you ever skip lecture to sleep in? Let these ethical theories explain to you precisely why you’re a bad person.

Why is studying Literature more important than Art?

We’re constantly surrounded by images everywhere we go – and yet, why is there almost no emphasis on the visual in education?

An Insurance/Benefits Plan for Youtube Creators

Some hypothetical thinking about how Youtubers can “control” their earnings and get the best of both worlds – financial security & creative freedom.

Reflections on Building an eCommerce Website & Selling it in 9 Months (making $2400)

My first business venture right after highschool – mistakes made but lessons learnt too. Most fun I’ve ever had working on something. Sold after 9 months.

Why are veterans with PTSD not eligible for the Purple Heart?

One army officer noted that awarding the Purple Heart to those with PTSD would be an insult to those with “real” injuries.