Sublime

The paradox of human connection: We avoid speaking difficult truths to protect relationships. But that's what prevents those relationships from becoming truly meaningful. You can’t be accepted for who you are if you’re not showing up as who you are.

When I work with people navigating depression, here is the common pattern: They’re constantly beating themselves up. “I should go outside.” “I should work harder.” “I shouldn't be depressed.” "Shoulds" are anger directed inwards at yourself, which is why ... 🧵

the biggest misconception i had entering the adult world was that "more money means more intelligence is going into it", often it's actually the opposite! most ventures tend to have a fixed amount of 'sensemaking' and as the money grows the 'sense per dollar' trends to zero