Chess, math, and language
The 18 best manly hobbies
The ultimate list of hobbies for men: 18 ideas for how to use your time to be more unique, attractive, and creative during your downtime.
Alpha Brain Review by Chess Player - Does it really work?
A comprehensive review of Onnit’s Alpha Brain nootropic supplement: what I think of it, how I take it, and how it compares to other brain supplements.
38 Quotes from Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Mentality
38 Mamba Mentality Quotes on learning, dealing with pressure, work ethic, relating to people, and developing an indomitable will
4 Reasons not to major in physics
Here’s why you shouldn’t major in physics from someone who’s done it.
Robert Anton Wilson quotes on politics, disinformation, & conspiracy
Despite being written in 1984, Prometheus Rising by Robert Anton Wilson has some solid predictions about the next 30 years that are startlingly accurate.
Important quotes and big ideas from George Orwell’s “1984”
Some people say that 2022 is more like the world of George Orwell’s “1984.” I read the book and collected quotes so you can see for yourself.
Why is calculus hard?
I failed calculus three times. On the 4th try, it clicked. I now have a BA in physics and a minor in math. Here’s how I finally learned calculus.
My favorite quotes from Viktor Frankl’s “Man’s Search For Meaning”
In Man’s Search For Meaning, Viktor Frankl teaches from his experiences surviving the Nazi Concentration. Here are the powerful quotes.
My Chess.com Chess Improvement Plan
This is a plan that I’ll be implementing to improve my rating on Chess.com in the rapid and daily games. Not for OTB but could work.
Miyamoto Musashi’s Dokkodo: 21 Stoic rules for life
In this post, I’ll find modern meaning and interpretation of Miyamoto Musashi’s short classic “Dokkodo”.
How to learn calculus (even if you’re bad at math)
I failed calculus three times. On the 4th try, it clicked. I now have a BA in physics and a minor in math. Here’s how I finally learned calculus.
My review of Aaron Clarey’s “Bachelor Pad Economics:”
Bachelor Pad Economics: The Financial Advice Bible For Men gives guys everything they need to build a life without financial and female stress.
Ed Latimore’s top 11 authenticity quotes
This is a collection of Ed Latimore original quotes on authenticity. These will remind you to live an authentic life you can be proud of.
How to do betting odds work
Betting odds look perplexing to most people who are not involved in the sports betting or gambling scene. However, they are actually quite simple.
7 ways to improve numeracy skills
This is bigger than just being good at math. Numbers are essential to life. Learn how to improve your numeracy skills in this lesson.
Quotes and big ideas from Niccolò Machiavelli’s “The Prince”
I’ve collected the big ideas from Machiavelli’s classic treatise on political philosophy and political theory. These are pragmatic ideas to seize power.
18 Ed Latimore quotes on dealing with haters
Here are my best quotes about dealing with haters, negativity, jealousy, and fake friends. Keep these in your heart to feel better.
The Tao Te Ching: 19 quotes and big ideas
The Tao Te Ching teaches how to live according to the “Tao” or “The way”. Here are some of the passages from the book that will truly open your mind.
The Tao of Jeet Kune Do: 21 quotes & 6 big ideas
These are the quotes and big ideas I’ve collected from Bruce Lee’s “The Tao of Jeet Kune Do”, with explanation and extrapolation.
The best The Art of War quotes and ideas
The Art of War is a Chinese military classic with many lessons that apply today. In this post, I cover 10 lessons with modern applications.
20 quotes to help with adult and childhood trauma
It’s not therapy, but these quotes to help deal with trauma are collected from my writings, Twitter, and other social media accounts.
I took Gorilla Mind Smooth for 1 year—here’s what happened
A comprehensive review of the Gorilla Mind Smooth nootropic formula: what I think of it, how I use it, and how it compares to other popular nootropics.
The 5 most important qualities of a good teacher
Being a great teacher boils down to 5 non-negotiable qualities. From my experience teaching and watching other teachers, I present them to you here.
12 great quotes from Annie Duke’s “Thinking in Bets”
Here are 12 great quotes from “Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts” by former professional poker player Annie Duke.
12 reasons why math is important (and how to get better)
If one of these reasons to learn math motivates you to be a better student or makes your job as a teacher easier, then this list has done its job,
29 top crackhead quotes
This list of crackhead quotes is divided into original crackhead quotes from me and crackhead quotes from other people.
“Klandestine Relationships” by Daryl Davis: 12 lessons
Daryl Davis is a Black man who has friends in the Ku Klux Klan. He wrote about his experiences. This post explores the big ideas he discusses.
Accidental Courtesy: Daryl Davis, Race & America quotes
Accidental Courtesy follows Daryl Davis, a black jazz musician, who befriends members of the Ku Klux Klan in hopes of converting them and stopping hate.
8 unexpected reasons why math is so hard
Math can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Part of making it easier is to understand why it’s challenging in the first place. This post explains it all.
The Cure For Hate: Best quotes and big ideas
The Cure For Hate tells the story of Tony McAleer as he goes from Neo-Nazi to becoming a voice for peace and unity, and everything he learns along the way.
The Hagakure: 10 best quotes and ideas
The Hagakure: The Book of The Samurai was written in the 1700s by Yamamoto Tsunetomo as a guide for samurai. These are the 10 best quotes and ideas from it.
The Book Of Five Rings: 10 Best Quotes And Ideas
The Book of Five Rings is almost 400 years old, but its lessons are timeless. I’ve collected the ten best quotes and ideas that you can apply today.
The easy 4 step problem-solving process (+ examples)
This is the 4 step problem-solving process that I taught to my students for math problems, but it works for academic and social problems as well.
The 4 secret reasons why college is a huge waste of time
In this day and age, college is a bad idea for so many reasons. In this article, I tell you the four major ones AND give you some alternatives.
7 reasons why writing is important
There is no more effective method for organizing your thoughts than writing. Good writing is one of the most important skills that you can develop.
53 original sobriety quotes for addiction recovery
This is a collection of personal quotes I’ve made since getting sober in 2013. I hope these help someone struggling with their addiction as well.
16 best self-discipline quotes
This is a collection of my best quotes about self-discipline. These will help you remember what it takes to develop self-discipline and self-control.
37 quotes from Ed Latimore about forgiveness
These quotes about forgiveness will help you let go of the painful past, live better in the present, and approach the future without trauma and guilt.
Is physics hard? How to learn basic physics
Physics isn’t hard. You just need a special approach to the math and theory involved. Here’s what you must do if you want to learn basic physics.
Going back to school at 30: 4 things to know
If you’re thinking about going back to school, read this first. I detail my observations and experiences being an adult student in college.
How to get better at math in 7 simple steps
How did I go from being a poor math student in high school to getting a degree in physics? This article teaches the method I used to improve my math skills.