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2024 Commencement Address by Roger Federer at Dartmouth (Roger Federer)

What Resonated with Me I am particularly inspired by Federer’s emphasis on hard work, resilience, and maintaining balance in life. The importance of discipline, patience, and embracing the process resonates with my approach to personal and professional growth. I also value his perspective on learning from failures, staying grounded, and contributing to larger missions beyond…

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The Importance of Financial Literacy: Opening a New Field (Annamaria Lusardi and Olivia S. Mitchell)

What Resonated with Me I am particularly interested in the role of financial literacy in reducing wealth inequality and improving financial decision-making. The emphasis on better measurement and integration of financial literacy into education systems and national statistics aligns with my belief in the importance of financial knowledge for economic well-being. I value the insights…

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Why Don’t We Have a 15-Hour Work Week? (The Happiness Lab)

What Resonated with Me I am particularly drawn to the exploration of why the prediction of a 15-hour work week by 2030 has not materialized. The concept of the efficiency trap, where increased productivity leads to more work rather than less, resonates with my experiences. I value the discussions on pseudo productivity and the need…

Life Updates: How to Learn Better and How I Monetised My Low-Value Hours
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Life Updates: How to Learn Better and How I Monetised My Low-Value Hours

It has been 6 months since I embarked on my career break to take the opportunity to reassess my life, priorities, and how I value time. Initially, I hoped to recharge and explore new interests, but I also went through a period of immense personal growth and discovery. It was also very enjoyable to have…

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Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout (Cal Newport)

What Resonated with Me I am drawn to the concept of slow productivity, which emphasises doing fewer things, working at a natural pace, and obsessing over quality to achieve meaningful accomplishments without burnout. The idea of limiting workload and focusing on high-value tasks aligns with my belief in sustainable productivity. I also value the historical…

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The Pursuit of Wealth: Barista to Billionaire (Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal)

What Resonated with Me I am particularly drawn to the concepts of anti-goals and lifestyle design, which emphasize creating a life that aligns with personal values by focusing on what to avoid. The importance of finding a flow state and engaging in meaningful work resonates with my approach to professional fulfillment. Additionally, I appreciate the…