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How Einstein Learned Physics
After reading Walter Isaacson’s biography of Albert Einstein I wanted to share the part I found most interesting. How did the genius Albert Einstein learn physics?
Some Useful Distinctions When Thinking About Your Career
There are several different types of career concepts. Discover the philosophy behind it and how you can make them an asset.
Book Review: The Wisdom of Insecurity
A few friends recommended I read this book, because of my budding interest in Buddhism and Eastern religions. Alan Watts was one of the big popularizers of Zen and other Asian spiritual philosophies in the 50s and 60s, and I greatly enjoyed his television program. I’ve become interested in these sorts of ideas because, for […]
I'm a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcast host, computer programmer and an avid reader. Since 2006, I've published weekly essays on this website to help people like you learn and think better. My work has been featured in The New York Times, BBC, TEDx, Pocket, Business Insider and more. I don't promise I have all the answers, just a place to start.