Just because the norm is to finish college → land a good job → apply for a home loan or car loan → and pay that house for 25 years, doesn’t mean it’s the only way to live a good life. Just because you didn’t go to college and you don’t have the genes of Elon Musk …
The One Lesson I Learned from My First (Real) Job
After college, my parents were in debt for many reasons I didn’t know. But I wanted to help. I wanted to pay back. I wanted to rescue them, and they would be proud of me. So I applied to different companies, brandishing my skills and diploma. “Hey, look, this is what I’ve got.” But it …
Our Love for Excuses (And Suggestions to Stop Making Excuses)
We all have excuses why we can’t quit the job we hate. Why we’re not doing the things we love. And why we haven’t started our dream businesses or projects yet. “I hate this job but I can’t quit because I need money for my family. I can’t find a job that suits my skills. …
I Am Afraid
I may look strong, but deep within, I’m afraid like everyone else. Sometimes I lie awake thinking about the future. With all these things I’m writing, with all these things I’m arguing and questioning, I wonder if it would cause good or bad to people (I’m hoping it’s good). I may not be in the …
Learn From People You Admire
Albert Einstein was known as one of the most brilliant thinkers of all time — and we love him for that. But what about the person who influenced him? His teacher Konstantinos Karatheodoris. Legendary musician Jimi Hendrix learned from Johnny Jones. Phenomenal writer Lewis Carroll learned from George MacDonald. And the great Pablo Picasso had Edvard …
