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Two marshmallows siting on an otherwise empty table top in a gradeschool classroom.

Take What Is Available Now – 7 Takeaways No. 230

There is only risk. Unexpected tax burdens. Cog to agent transition. The marshmallow isn’t what we thought. Time choices. Concentrate on living. How to get lucky. Magic is real.

A 19th century British newspaper-style woodcut image depicting two people awkwardly approaching each other as if unsure whether to hug.

Hug, Kiss, Or Shake Hands – 7 Takeaways No. 197

Awkward! Story telling is everywhere. Parenting. Stop waiting. Chances are astronomically small. Just do something. Acting in real life.

A middle-aged man is sitting in a large, comfortable leather chair in a cozy, well-lit library. He's engrossed in reading a hardcover book, with shelves of books surrounding him. The room is filled with warm light, casting soft shadows. A small table next to him holds a steaming cup of coffee. The library has a classic design, with a rich wooden interior, a plush carpet underfoot, and a large window draped with heavy curtains, through which soft daylight filters. The atmosphere is quiet and serene, ideal for reading and relaxation.

Reading Is Not Natural – 7 Takeaways No. 169

The death of books? (I hope not!) We live in incredible times. Pep talks. Complaining (maybe do it less?). Bystander intervention. Learning is taking control. The not-so-wise crowd.