Jun 8, 2019Member-onlyMost Common Life RegretsThings people wish they had done before death — The following list was compiled from various sources and contains the most common life regrets shared by people during their last few years. I came across a few of these online and found them to be very insightful. Spend less time working Spend more time with the people you care…Life Lessons1 min readLife Lessons1 min read
Published in Science Journal·May 11, 2019Member-onlyHow To Turn Your Life AroundSix years ago my life was a mess. Today I graduated from college at the top of my class. You can read about my life story here, but in this story I discuss specific strategies that helped me get my life back on track. Making major life changes is a…Self Improvement5 min readSelf Improvement5 min read
May 1, 2019Member-onlyWhy Rock Bottom Is a Second ChanceHow our most painful life experiences can motivate us to change our lives and become better people — I am writing this story for anyone that is lost and feeling hopeless. For anyone that is deeply unhappy and has no reason left to live. I am writing a story for these people because just six years ago I was one of these people, and I know how hard…Life4 min readLife4 min read
Published in Science Journal·Mar 10, 2019Member-onlyShort-term versus long-term pleasuresIn this article we explore the difference between short-term and long-term pleasures, consider their relation to lower and higher pleasures, and argue that long-term pleasure is the only means to lasting happiness. Short-term pleasures We define a short-term pleasure to be any form of pleasure that is experienced for only a short…Happiness4 min readHappiness4 min read
Jan 17, 2019Member-onlyLet’s Get Politics Out Of Social MediaThis article postulates that debating politics on social media may have a negative influence on your mental health. I know many people that discuss politics on social media, and I have a great deal of respect for many of them. …Politics3 min readPolitics3 min read
Published in Science Journal·Nov 9, 2018Member-onlyHow To Make FriendsThis story examines the traits commonly found in the rare, charismatic people you just love being around. I don’t consider myself one of them, but have been lucky enough to meet many of these amazing people throughout my life. …Self Improvement7 min readSelf Improvement7 min read
Sep 28, 2018Member-onlyA Rational Take on Gun ControlTensions over gun control in the US have spiked, becoming more controversial, divisive, and polarizing than ever. The arguments from both political parties over-generalize the issue, misrepresent alternative viewpoints, and inaccurately divide our country into two schools of thought. …Gun Control6 min readGun Control6 min read
Published in Science Journal·Feb 18, 2018How Wireless Communication WorksHave you ever wondered how text messages, pictures, and videos are sent to your wireless phone? Every day billions of devices around the world connect and share data at the speed of light. It may look like magic, but it’s really just a powerful, invisible, and under-appreciated force known as…Science4 min readScience4 min read
Published in Science Journal·Dec 16, 2017Member-onlyThe Value of Admitting MistakesMany people, including myself, have a tendency to resist admitting when they have made a mistake. This is counterproductive and inhibits our personal development. It’s okay to make mistakes — everyone does. Perhaps you used faulty reasoning, referenced an unreliable source in an argument, or failed to adequately prepare for…Life Lessons2 min readLife Lessons2 min read
Published in Science Journal·Nov 13, 2017Member-onlyThe Importance of Negative FeedbackAnd how to exchange negative feedback in a positive way — Negative feedback might be the single most valuable thing you can receive. No one is perfect; everyone has things they can improve on. And even though they might not tell you, chances are that your friends and family are aware of the ways in which you could improve. Instead of…Self Improvement4 min readSelf Improvement4 min read
