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Back to Search1428 | The Only Wealth You Will Keep Forever
Episode 1428
In this episode, Carl shares a brief but powerful reflection inspired by Marcus Aurelius. Drawing from Stoic wisdom, he reads a simple line and lets …
6 months, 4 weeks ago
1427 | The Skill of Not Knowing
Episode 1430
In this episode, Carl explores the idea of “negative capability,” a term coined by John Keats to describe the ability to remain in uncertainty withou…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
1426 | The Color of Truth Is Gray
Episode 1429
In this episode, Carl reflects on a line often attributed to H. L. Mencken: "Every complex problem has a solution that is simple, direct, plausible—a…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
1425 | That Same Night He Died
Episode 1427
In this episode, Carl shares a striking teaching attributed to Jesus from the non-canonical Gospel of Thomas. The story describes a wealthy man caref…
7 months ago
1424 | Money Creates Conditions
Episode 1424
In this episode, Carl reflects on the relationship between money and meaning. While money can help create the conditions for security, autonomy, and …
7 months ago
1423 | Creating Your Own Olympics
Episode 1423
In this episode, Carl reflects on conversations with Olympic silver medalist Haley Batten and what it really means to perform at a high level. Watchi…
7 months ago
1422 | Can You Defend That Assumption?
Episode 1422
In this episode, Carl reflects on a thoughtful idea shared by financial planner Jack Boston: the longer the projection, the more humility we need aro…
7 months ago
1421 | The Crunchy Bit Binoculars
Episode 1421
In this episode, Carl shares a simple practice for becoming more present in conversations: looking for what he calls the “crunchy bits.” These are th…
7 months ago
1420 | Price the Regret
Episode 1420
In this episode, Carl shares a simple but powerful reframing of a common question: “Can I afford it?” Whether it’s a trip, a sabbatical, or a chance …
7 months, 1 week ago
1419 | Designing a Life You Don't Need to Escape
Episode 1419
In this episode, Carl shares a brief reflection on the traditional idea of retirement. Outside of professions where physical limits make it necessary…
7 months, 1 week ago