The World as a Whole

I’ve been confronted with the idea that by focusing on making myself better, I’m neglecting the rest of the world. To that I say “horse-shit!” Only by mastering and understanding ourselves will we be able to make the world a better place. The two don’t happen in isolation. As you … Continue reading

Your Only Real Commodity

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My friend Gabe and I have been developing a business plan for some martial arts gyms. As a by-product we’ve been talking about business in general. Gabe mentioned that when people are paying you for lessons, they’re actually paying you twice. They’re giving you money to teach them, but they’re … Continue reading

You Can’t be Your Own Filter

You cannot be your own filter. If you’re always told that you’re right, you will eventually believe it, and that is dangerous to not only yourself, but to everyone you talk to. We all need editors. If you don’t believe me, go sit through all three prequels. You know the ones I’m talking about. I don’t even have to say the name.

John Cheese – Cracked.com – 5 Reasons You Should Never Take Advice from Celebrities