Work hard and you feel tired. Sounds simple, right? Except the truth of how energy works is far more nuanced and interesting.
Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time
What would you work on if doing the work felt easy?
How to Learn Taste
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My Favorite Books (and Essays) of 2025
Five good books and five good essays to start off your 2026!
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