Philosophy

Jun
14
Two Types of Hard Things

Two Types of Hard Things

There are two categories of things that are hard in life. Spend your time on the right one.
2 min read
Feb
16
Intelligence vs. Intellectual Work

Intelligence vs. Intellectual Work

Intelligence is just potential. Intellectual work allows you to fulfill that potential.
1 min read
Apr
28
Simple Ways to Maximize Charitable Donations

Simple Ways to Maximize Charitable Donations

Tax strategies for normal folks.
3 min read
Mar
23
Cracks in Reality

Cracks in Reality

Silicon Valley Bank, the upcoming financial crisis, and a Fourth Turning.
9 min read
Jul
21
Fuck Hakuna Matata

Fuck Hakuna Matata

The sweet, sweet temptation of nihilism.
3 min read
Jun
09
Book Review: The Fourth Turning

Book Review: The Fourth Turning

A prophecy of doom. Coming soon to America.
19 min read
Jun
01
An Insurance Policy for American Collapse: Obtaining an EU Passport

An Insurance Policy for American Collapse: Obtaining an EU Passport

We don't take out insurance hoping, or even thinking, we'll use it. But we're glad it's there.
6 min read
Mar
06
We Need a New Story

We Need a New Story

What the war in Ukraine reveals about the stories that power our civilization.
6 min read
Jan
12
Be Clever and Lazy

Be Clever and Lazy

Leadership lessons from the military.
1 min read
Oct
17
Extremism Beats Moderation

Extremism Beats Moderation

Moderation is overrated. Be extreme instead.
5 min read