March 2012
4 posts
“We get smart by being around other smart people. As important as formal...”
– Harvard economist Edward Gleaser at TED 2012. Also see these 7 essential books on cities. (via explore-blog)
Mar 1st
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February 2012
4 posts
“Introversion — along with its cousins sensitivity, seriousness, and shyness — is...”
– Susan Cain in Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, one of 7 great books by TED 2012 speakers (via explore-blog)
Feb 29th
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jephjacques: Lt. Potter and Sexual Harassment →
jephjacques: I was originally going to go in a completely different direction with the Station/Lt. Potter conflict. My first idea was that she’d take the shares, cash them out, be ecstatic about her sudden wealth, and get drunk as hell, which would no doubt lead to hijinks of some kind at the party. But… Wow. Anyone who publishes work on the Internet should read this. Another popular...
Feb 29th
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Feb 25th
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SPF 365 Experiment: Day 99(C): Choosing a Full... →
spf365experiment: I am physically and emotionally spent. It’s been an intense week and I’m looking forward to some rest over the weekend. Although I’m exhausted, it’s the kind of exhaustion that also comes with the peace of knowing you are spending your energy on the things that matter most to you. You are …
Feb 3rd
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