Stuart Evans

Fifth is the usual problem facing decision makers: you have no idea what the future world will be like. You can plan for contingencies but many will be practically unimaginable to you.

Anything great humans have achieved started from a place of optimism, of believing that by increasing knowledge, despite stumbling blocks, we can improve the human condition.

When you select a profession, you are choosing the scenes that will compose your life. You should think pretty hard about those scenes. If you start a plumbing company with more than one employee, you will be telling plumbers what to do. You’d better enjoy hanging out with plumbers, and telling them what to do. And when you ask yourself whether... See more

Moreover, adopting this curious, receptive attitude throughout your life is what will make your practice actually meaningful. Sitting for long periods of time is not particularly useful if you don’t make practice part of your way of being. See if you can drop into a state of presence here and there throughout the day. Get into the habit of asking,... See more