Pursue Mastery, Not Status

Status traps can be hard to avoid, but there is a way out. Look inward, and choose mastery.
A Letter to My Newborn Daughter

My wife and I just said hello to our new baby daughter. Here’s what I wrote to welcome her into the world.
The Power of the Dissenting Voice

Conformity can make normal people do terrible things. Fortunately, one strong voice breaks this thoughtless spell.
The Information Lifecycle: How Three Filters Shape the Mind

Information seems like it passes right through us, but in reality, there are three key filters we use to gauge its impact. Let’s delve into each of them.