Tom Schmidt

pharma profits more from lengthening unhealthy life than improving overall health;

“All of man’s troubles arise because he cannot sit in a room quietly by himself for half an hour” – Pascal

"The ultimate form of preparation is not planning for a specific scenario, but a mindset that can handle uncertainty."

Fix the attitude first. Everything else follows.

You want to be the person who says “this is the life I live, these are my standards, I’m quiet with them, I’m going to do this thing and it doesn’t matter what anybody else thinks”

"To enjoy life, the adventurous state of mind must be grasped and maintained. The essential feature of adventure is that it is a going forward into unknown territory."

"Don't ignore the problem, but keep it light. Take action with a smile. Adding tension won't solve your troubles faster.

Even when the problem is hard, it doesn't need to harden you. Unknot yourself. Body loose, head clear, and then take the first step.

Be happy in the doing."

February 8th, 2026 - #667 - read online - Free Version

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