Ayn Rand has a very unique and powerful style of descriptive writing. She uses unexpected analogies to powerfully convey the character and appearance of her characters. My favorite example of this …
Fit For The World
You shouldn't decide what is right and wrong based on the actions of the people around you. You should use it as a signal, but nothing more. If you feel that you need to change who you are to fit …
The Attention Economy
Social media has not increased the importance of attention, but has given individuals ownership and flexibility with how they use it. In the past, celebrities had to rely on mainstream media as a …
When Appeals to Authority Matter | Bitcoin vs Bitcoin Cash
Appeals to authority are tools used in arguments to get away from facts and force a conclusion. "Every programmer I know thinks…" "Sam Harris says…" "97% of scientists agree…" a.k.a. "Shut …
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5 Great Hikes in Banff National Park
Since moving back to Canmore, AB of the summer, Amanda and I have made a point of getting out hiking every Sunday. We're lucky to have a ton of great hikes in our neighborhood, so we put out a post …
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Moving as a Revolutionary Act
The desire to live in one place and not move is the force that governments use to entrench their power. By fixing yourself to one city, state, or country, you leave yourself with only the political …