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How to Leave the Impression of a Lifetime

February 23, 2015

A few summers ago, a friend of mine died in a boating accident. I didn't know him for long. 

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In Here & Now, Blog Tags Rainer Maria Rilke, Eric Barker, Oliver Sacks, Radiolab
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The Rebellious Act of Slowing Down - A Love Letter to Maria Popova

February 8, 2015

I've heard all about the science behind the amazing effects of meditation and all the successful people that do it but I just didn't want to. 

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In Here & Now, Blog Tags Maria Popova, Alan Watts, Tim Ferriss, James Altucher, Hunter Thompson, Leonardo da Vinci, Adam Westbrook, Pico Iyer, Mark Twain
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The Existentialism of Tiny Habits - From B. J. Fogg's tooth to Daniel Pink's Purpose

February 2, 2015

Ten years ago, I wrote in my journal that I wanted to read more, write more, and exercise more. Now, one month down in 2015, I think I've figured it out.

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In Here & Now Tags Ryan Holiday, Tony Robbins, Cal Newport, Dan Ariely, Daniel Pink, B. J. Fogg
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Everyone is Dying: Should We Slow Down or Speed Up?

November 10, 2014

I have a great idea for the next time someone offhandedly asks, "Hey! How are ya?"

Say, "I'm dying."

You're bound to get a reaction. 

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In Here & Now, Death Tags This American Life, Christian Rudder, Omid Safi, Ted Widmer, Fight Club, Tyler Durden, Art of Manliness
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The Strength of Expecting Nothing and Doing It Anyway

October 26, 2014

Barry Schwartz believes the secret to happiness is low expectations. Depressing, right? It doesn't have to be.

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In Here & Now Tags Barry Schwartz, Cal Newport, Art of Manliness, Mike Rowe
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Feeling For the Meaning of Life

July 20, 2014

I just signed up for neuroeconomics to feel smart. It's amazing how often I find myself with the sole intention of being impressive to people around me. This was no exception.

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In Here & Now Tags Hunter Thompson, Danielle LaPorte
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