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How to Meditate: 5 Ways to Clear Your Mind

A collection of five methods to get into the meditative state. Learn how to meditate from the leading thinkers of minfulness.

A reflection on the powerful decision-making strategy of via negativa and what it has in common with exploding whales and inner daemons.

A reflection on the peculiar phenomenon of Cargo Cults, a belief that things of value can be obtained through mere mimicry.

Explore a selection of my reading list with insightful books on critical thinking, decision-making, philosophy, storytelling and more.

A collection of five intriguing Zen stories that all come down to one crucial lesson: There’s really nothing to see here.

A reflection on Chesterton’s Fence, a cautioning principle about reforms. How can we steer clear of the law of unintended consequences?

Revisit the critical thinking, philosophy and storytelling posts of the past with The Mind Collection Quiz #11

Revisit the critical thinking, philosophy and storytelling posts of the past with The Mind Collection Quiz #10

A reflection on St George in Retirement Syndrome, a sneaky condition that can make us addicted to solving increasingly trivial problems.

A deep dive into five inspiring quotes by Naval Ravikant. How does his practical philosophy translate to lasting change?

A collection of 25 interesting concepts on critical thinking, human nature and more. Make better sense of the world one idea at a time.