Practical Wisdom

Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.

No one has ever argued their way to happiness.

An imperfect solution that exists outperforms a perfect one that doesn't.

— Farnham Street

In a world of infinite knowledge and finite time, specialization is the key to unlocking mastery. It’s about going deep, not wide.

— Shane Parrish

Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be. —Abraham Lincoln

Greg Martin • The Buddha in Your Mirror: Practical Buddhism and the Search for Self

Impostor syndrome: “I don't know what I'm doing. It's only a matter of time until everyone finds out."

Growth mindset: "I don't know what I'm doing yet. It's only a matter of time until I figure it out."

The highest form of self-confidence is believing in your ability to learn.

—Adam Grant

We assume that the more arguments we give, the better our case. In reality, our weakest arguments dilute the strongest. Generally, you’ll only be as convincing as your worst point, so instead of making as many arguments as you can, make only the best.

— Gurwinder Bhogal

If you want to understand someone, figure out the narrative they tell themselves about themself.

— Farnham Street

Short-term results come from intensity.

Long-term results come from consistency.

—Farnham Street