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Religion is a controversial topic. Not only do believers and atheists have strong (and opposing) feelings on the subject, but there because it hinges on the question of faith, by definition it is difficult to draw conclusions based on empirical evidence (my favorite mode of thinking). I know two things that are definitely true. The … Continue reading Faith, Community, Friendship, and Imperfection
(Photo courtesy of patrick h. lauke) Limitless possibilities are a paradox. On the one hand, the sense of limitless possibilities can be exhilarating. On the other hand, it can be paralyzing. Almost every choice eliminates certain options. Dan Ariely’s work shows that we humans are irrationally predisposed to preserving options, even to our own detriment. … Continue reading Embrace Your Human Limitations
Ben points to this wonderfully trenchant commencement speech from author David Foster Wallace. It’s probably the most honest and least sentimental commencement speech I remember reading. I only wish I could write like this. In the day-to day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing … Continue reading “There is actually no such thing as atheism” (David Foster Wallace’s commencement speech)
On July 12, I attended the Silicon Valley Junto meeting on “dying well.” It was a particularly moving meeting, with attendees sharing incredibly personal experiences. Check out the meeting page to read some of what was shared. At the time, I argued against the romanticization of death and dying. Death, I told the attendees, didn’t … Continue reading The Secret to Dying Well