Armchair Musings

What is the nature of true humility, self-denial, and egoless living? When does it become a crutch?

I’ve had to destroy many things. Combining elements of real altruism, stoicism, and other philosophies. I’m still trying.

Digging beneath our facade of sanity to uncover collective delusion.

The dilemma of “ethics” comes down to this fight, for the road to hell is indeed paved with good intentions.

Doctrines for success from a financially-free Millennial philosopher and startup fanatic.

Moving from Dependence to Freedom to Abundance

We “pay” Attention as the sub-currency of Time.

Step 4: Overwhelm people with disparate choices, high prices, and recycled content.

Life and freedom of thought

Philosophical musings to link wokeness, identity, suffering, and wisdom.

Consolidating a bunch of startup tips from a variety of experiences.

That’s not a typo, there’s a new 8th one in Finance. Applying these 8 sins to being broke.

An easy, carefree life is not the right fantasy. You’ll never “find” your passion that way.

A lesson learned in early retirement to go beyond the self. Revealing a missing void for some people, especially the altruistic.

As told just before my wedding.

Modern luxuries have generated a suite of 21st-century false virtues that have no substance.

The proof is in the hot sauce. Taking a deep dive into what produces good, genuine human interactions.

Alcohol, stimulants, psychedelics, and what it all means deep down for society.

Exploring financial independence while navigating family expectations, immigrant frugality, and cultural identity.

12 practical and philosophical reasons from a married man — why not having kids is a valid and empowering preference.

When societal peer pressure mutates into political brainwashing.

A short list of behaviors from a semi-retired Millennial.

According to two old white guys.

By breaking my toes with my bare hands, alone and half-naked in a public shower room.

Musings about the philosophy, duty, nature, obligations, and failings of democracy…along with some alternatives.

A mini self-actualization exercise based on impactful memories and connecting bonds.

And why “quiet quitting” is stupid.

Two reasons to consider celebrating something else on your birthday.

“What do you do?” —  4 alternative perspectives to think about this question and find more meaningful answers beyond work.

Exploring some opposing concepts which shape our life ideologies and attitudes.

Philosophical musings from a proud cat-dad, plus 10 life tips from cats.

Musings on Stoicism, Taoism, and Minimalism when faced with doom, death, and despair. A philosophical approach to healing, acceptance, and…

Look to ancient Romans as the exemplary model.