Technically, zuihitsu are longer reflections than what I tend to collect. But, the general idea is right. Here’s this month’s installment. If you want the complete set, please download the fortune file. Failure requires objectives. Hedges are not for keeping people out, but directing them to the path. Do not mistake games for wasting time. A … Continue reading Zuihitsu, 2023-12
Words & Phrases, 2023
sparple, to deflect attention from one thing by making a big deal of something else entirely bâi làn, Chinese slang, let it rot Schadenfreude, German, Schaden(Damage) + Freude(Fun) ohne Ecken und Kanten, German, without corners and edges zugzwang, chess, when you must move but it would be better to not do anything secretary, literally means … Continue reading Words & Phrases, 2023
National Strength and Conditioning Association: Training Load Chart
This chart gives the approximate one repetition maximum for a given set of repetitions at a specific weight. Why is this useful? You can look at something like Starting Strength's standards. I can currently deadlift 320 pounds 5 times for 1 set. So, this means I should be able to lift 370 pounds once. This … Continue reading National Strength and Conditioning Association: Training Load Chart
Carefulwords.com
[Carefulwords.com] is intended as word reference for inspiration. So far, I have added synonyms (perhaps too many) and historical quotations. I intend to curate these over time, when I have time. Reminded me about how important the reference tools you use can shape how you write and think. See Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) on … Continue reading Carefulwords.com
Time, Being & Identity
Suppose you wanted to claim that you are someone who does some activity, such as a writer, a programmer, a teacher, a runner, an artist, a boxer, or whatever. How much time is required and on what time scale? Let's assume weekly blocks of time. A week has a 168 hours. Suppose we sleep for … Continue reading Time, Being & Identity
The Eulogy Method is Bunk
"It might sound morbid, but it’s worth beginning with the end in mind. Specifically, your funeral. Simply ask yourself: “What would I feel good about someone saying in my eulogy?” Think about what you’d like a family member, a close friend, a distant relative, or a co-worker, to say at your funeral. This method helps … Continue reading The Eulogy Method is Bunk
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Brief Note Regarding cafebedouin.org in 2024
I got involved with the Ergo cryptocurrency back in 2021. There was a lot to learn. Initially, I used Reddit. A few months in, I had a question that I needed to use Telegram to resolve. In cryptocurrencies, most of the discussion happens in Telegram and/or Discord. I became active on Telegram. I spent a … Continue reading Brief Note Regarding cafebedouin.org in 2024
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