Great series. Thanks. For what it’s worth, I always liked Bob Dylan’s definition of success - “if you wake up in the morning and go to bed at night and in between you do what you want to do, then you’re a success”.
I always love reading about what’s in your mind. Today for the first time I realized what you are: a philosopher! You made me want to go back to some old books from Philosophy 101, to reread some Aristotle, Descartes, Sartre, and maybe even ol’ Nietzche. You are in fine company with your provocative questions about the meaning of life, our purpose, and how the heck we live a good life. Can’t wait ‘til your next missive!
I'm certainly no scholar, but have been influenced by Nietzsche and Sartre - at least their style of poking and questioning, and overall orientation toward meaning. I read nearly everything they wrote in my early 20s when I was trying to figure my life out.
Thanks again for the comment! Also, my next series ('Existential Explorer') will definitely include more philosophizing...
E.g. I think a lot about these retired athletes who leave the game at ~30… they have a wide open future, but limited skills that aren’t relevant to their new world.
Great series. Thanks. For what it’s worth, I always liked Bob Dylan’s definition of success - “if you wake up in the morning and go to bed at night and in between you do what you want to do, then you’re a success”.
That’s a great quote for it’s simplicity and accessibility. Not that it’s easy, but possible.
Thanks for sharing.
I always love reading about what’s in your mind. Today for the first time I realized what you are: a philosopher! You made me want to go back to some old books from Philosophy 101, to reread some Aristotle, Descartes, Sartre, and maybe even ol’ Nietzche. You are in fine company with your provocative questions about the meaning of life, our purpose, and how the heck we live a good life. Can’t wait ‘til your next missive!
Well, that's one heck of a generous compliment!
I'm certainly no scholar, but have been influenced by Nietzsche and Sartre - at least their style of poking and questioning, and overall orientation toward meaning. I read nearly everything they wrote in my early 20s when I was trying to figure my life out.
Thanks again for the comment! Also, my next series ('Existential Explorer') will definitely include more philosophizing...
This is the line that resonated with me the most: “being successful is not the same as being done.”
Feels like a common misconception.
E.g. I think a lot about these retired athletes who leave the game at ~30… they have a wide open future, but limited skills that aren’t relevant to their new world.
Hope to interview one someday.