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Finding Balance with a “Plus-Minus Zero” Approach to Health
In this episode, I reflect on what I call a “plus-minus zero” approach to health.
At home I rarely drink beer, but while traveling I sometimes do—and …
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Why Did Yesterday's Happiness Vanish Today?
Is today's excitement tomorrow's irritation? On this episode, we explore that question through a personal story of feeling thrilled in a new city one…
10 months ago
What Matters More Than Money
In this episode, I reflect on what truly matters more than money.From F1 drivers who find real joy only in victory, to Navy SEALs who see purpose as …
10 months ago
Bhutan's GNH and the Challenge of the Smartphone Age
On today's episode, we look to the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan to explore a modern question about happiness. We discuss its famous philosophy of "Gro…
10 months ago
Why I Felt Nothing in Kamakura but Everything in Seoul: A Thought on the "Non-Ordinary"
On today's episode,we're talking about the difference between "the ordinary" and "the non-ordinary." Using a personal story of feeling bored in beaut…
10 months ago
“Be Fearful When Others Are Greedy, and Greedy When Others Are Fearful”
In this episode, I reflect on Warren Buffett’s timeless advice: “Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful.”
We explore wh…
10 months ago
Is Aging a "Defeat" or an "Evolution"? The Idea of Peter 2.0
In this episode, I reflect on a recent health checkup that reminded me of the importance of regular medical care as we age. From there, I explore the…
10 months ago
The Luster of Back Alleys: Reflections on Life and a Dystopia of Necessity
On today's episode,we're exploring a modern paradox: while it's good to focus on what's necessary in our lives, what happens when a whole society doe…
10 months ago
"The School Pecking Order"
In this episode, I share some thoughts that came up while touring high schools with my daughter. Watching students interact reminded me how social hi…
10 months, 1 week ago
"Something's Always Missing: Reason or Excuse?"
In this episode, I reflect on a phrase that's been stuck in my head: "Anything can be a reason, but nothing needs to be an excuse." I explore the cru…
10 months, 1 week ago