Essays
On How the Internet Works
A look into how the internet functions to connect people and deliver information.
On Corporate Finance
An overview of corporate finance principles and their role in business.
On Artificial Intelligence
An exploration into the basics of AI, including learning methods and structures.
On Complex Systems
This essay explores the nature of complex systems, where individual parts combine to produce outcomes greater than their sum.
On Geopolitics
Geopolitics examines how geography influences the actions of nations. Using examples such as Russia's flat western lands and the U.S.'s strategic control of Hawaii.
On Addictions
A simplified exploration of addiction based on Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke, examining the balance of pain and pleasure.
On Isolationary and Compound Lifts
An exploration of weight lifting, focusing on the differences between isolation and compound lifts.
On the Importance of Reading and How to Make it a Habit
An exploration of why reading is essential and practical tips to turn it into a habit.
On Stocks and the Stock Market - An Introduction
An introduction to stocks, their types, and how the stock market operates.
On the 2008 Financial Crisis – A Brief Overview of Its Causes and Lessons
An accessible overview of the 2008 financial crisis, its causes, and lessons for the future.
On Kalamazoo, Kathmandu, and Rome
Reflections on the contrasting urban landscapes and cultures of Kalamazoo, Kathmandu, and Rome, highlighting themes of order, chaos, and cultural identity.
Vape and Other Drugs: Part 1
An introspective account on the allure and impact of vaping, addressing its role as a coping mechanism and the challenge of overcoming addiction.
On Mental Models
An exploration of mental models as essential tools for better decision-making and understanding the world from multiple perspectives.
On Good Habits
Otherwise known as ‘How to Do Things That Are Good for You but Difficult to Do’: An insightful look at forming good habits by making them enjoyable, consistent, and convenient, while eliminating bad habits that drain motivation.
On Tinkering
An exploration of the power of learning through trial, error, and feedback, emphasizing the value of small projects and resilience in the face of setbacks.
On Respect for All
Exploring the concept of inherent self-worth and the importance of respecting oneself and others, irrespective of external achievements or standards.
On Public Speaking
Exploring the essence of public speaking, from personal experiences to insights on great speakers, focusing on the art of effectively sharing ideas.
On Satisfaction
An exploration of satisfaction, differentiating it from happiness and pleasure, and examining the obstacles that prevent us from achieving it.
On the Study of History
Explores the personal journey into history and the importance of understanding history for empathy, perspective, and wisdom.