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Occam’s Razor in Everyday Life: The Stories We Build

Occam's razor sounds philosophical until a story built from assumptions nearly gets you killed. Here's how to question the story before you act on a guess.

When to Give Up on a Goal You Thought You Wanted

Knowing when to give up on a goal gets harder after you've announced it. One referral showed me the work was useful, but the container was wrong for me.

Are People Saying You’re Having a Midlife Crisis?

A midlife crisis doesn't always look reckless. Sometimes it means choosing better ambition, worthwhile responsibility, and a life worth building slowly.

The Photographer’s Eye: Seeing Midlife Differently

Seeing midlife differently reveals what younger you missed. The photographer's eye offers a clearer way to notice time, meaning, and ordinary moments.

The Climb #41 – Personal Brand With Multiple Interests: Let It Count

Building a personal brand with multiple interests can feel messy. Here's why the parts you hide may be the parts that make it real.

The Climb #40 – Doing Hard Things on Purpose: What Comfort Hides

Doing hard things on purpose can reveal what comfort hides. Dean Karnazes's 30-mile birthday run shows why chosen struggle can give your life meaning.

The Climb #39 – Happiness vs Meaning: The Boring Part

Happiness vs meaning gets real when the fun wears off. The boring reps may be where your life actually starts to deepen.

The Climb #38 – Midlife Identity Crisis in Men: Too Many Roles

A midlife identity crisis in men can come from too many roles pulling at once. See why effort stops turning into movement and how to choose which role leads.

Waiting for Permission to Change Your Life

Waiting for permission to change your life can cost you years. The Permission Tax is what happens when no one tells you it's okay.

Feeling Stuck in Midlife? Don’t End the Story Here

Feeling stuck in midlife can make one bad chapter feel final. Your story isn't over. Here's why the stuck place doesn't get to decide what comes next.