What I Learned From My 2010 Notes
I recently came across a few random notes I wrote back in 2010. They weren’t organized. They weren’t polished. And at first glance, they didn’t even seem related.…
Learning & Education
Recycling Your Ideas: How Old Notes Become New Value
Most people think of their old notes as clutter. Half-finished thoughts. Random ideas. Outlines they never used. Over time, they pile up – and eventually get ignored. But…
What Monopoly Teaches About Constraints, Creativity, and Working With What You Have
Most people think of Monopoly as a game of luck. Roll the dice. Buy properties. Hope things go your way. But if you’ve played enough, you realize something…
One of These Things Is Not Like the Other: Finding the Odd One Out
In a world overflowing with patterns and similarities, the phrase “one of these things is not like the other” reminds us of the power of standing out. From…
Understanding Chaos Theory: The Science of Unpredictable Systems
What is Chaos Theory? Chaos theory is a branch of mathematics and science that studies complex systems whose behavior appears random or chaotic but is actually governed by…
“You’re Going the Wrong Way”: Recognizing and Correcting Our Course
Life is full of moments where we realize, sometimes too late, that we’re heading in the wrong direction. Whether it’s a literal wrong turn on the road or…
A Game Within a Game: Exploring the Layers of Play
Games captivate us because they offer challenges, rewards, and the joy of discovery. But what happens when a game contains another game within it? This concept, known as…
How Do You Measure Up? Comparing Yourself to the Pros
We often look at professionals – chefs, athletes, singers, writers, and more – as being in a league of their own. After all, they’ve trained, dedicated their lives…
Learning Beyond the Lecture Hall: Why College is About More Than Academics
When people think about college, they often focus on the classroom – the lectures, exams, and coursework that make up the academic side of higher education. While this…
The Definition of Insanity: Is Doing the Same Thing Over and Over Really Insane?
There’s a popular quote often attributed to Albert Einstein: “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” It’s catchy,…