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Joan Didion reminds us that self-respect blooms when we break free from others’ expectations:

“To free us from the expectations of others, to give us back to ourselves—there lies the great, the singular power of self-respect.”

Persistence isn’t just pushing harder—it’s having energy that demands new ideas.

Think of a founder solving a problem. Someone with just determination keeps trying the same approach. But a truly persistent founder has a restless energy that demands new solutions. When one approach fails, their energy compels them to imagine new ones. This cycle—ener... See more

The hardest truth about happiness is that it’s a choice.

If you are not disciplined in the little things, you won’t be disciplined in the big things.

The art of not reading is a very important one. It consists in not taking an interest in whatever may be engaging the attention of the general public at any particular time. When some political or ecclesiastical pamphlet, or novel, or poem is making a great commotion, you should remember that he who writes for fools always finds a large public. — A... See more

Overthinking is the biggest waste of human energy. Trust yourself, make a decision, and gain more experience. There is no such thing as perfect. You cannot think your way into perfection, just take action.