Do what you can, where you are, with what you have. -- Teddy Roosevelt Throughout my years in graduate school, I have been obsessed with trying to understand one specific human behavior: When and …
The Sirens of Selfishness
We're all basically made of the same stuff: generosity and selfishness, goodness and greed. -- Madeleine M. Kunin When I’ve spoken with friends and family on the phone recently, I’ve felt …
The Bearer of Bad News
Nothing travels faster than the speed of light, with the possible exception of bad news, which obeys its own special laws. -- Douglas Adams Today’s post conveys some bad news… Well, really, it’s a …
The Comeback Post
Nobody beats Vitas Gerulaitis 17 times in a row. -- Vitas Gerulaitis after beating Jimmy Connors following 16 consecutive losses to him Did you miss me? Wait, don’t answer that. My fragile ego …
Everyone Is Reading This. Simultaneously.
To pay attention, this is our endless and proper work. -- Mary Oliver When watching a movie with someone at home, have you ever wondered why it’s less enjoyable when the other person isn't paying …
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An Unexpected Act of Kindness
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. -- Aesop It’s not every day that you need the help of a stranger, but when you do—and that stranger can provide that help—the gratitude is …