5 Insane Ways I Have Wasted Hard-Earned Money
It’s really easy to justify gambling if you made me money a few times, or feel like you have an edge on the casino.
That’s what I did.
I learned how to count cards, did so pretty successfully quite a few times, and made money. The first 10 years of my gambling life, I was up a considerable amount.
I was banned from casinos in Vancouver for counting cards.
Some Practical Thoughts on Happiness
As I meditated on the perfectly shaped rock, I realized something simple and true.
Life is all about happiness.
Whether it’s love, work, spending money, playing games, or listening to music, whatever we do, the result we hope for is happiness.
The Way to Love by Anthony de Mello - A 300-Word Book Review
Anthony de Mello touches on many topics that all relate to the grand theme of love. He talks about attachment, happiness, awareness, and more in a way that will bring you peace.
Things Become Other Things by Craig Mod - A 300-Word Book Review
Those who want to travel to Japan may particularly enjoy this book. But it is also good for those who want a touching and relaxing read. I found this book soothing to read towards the end of my day.
Was I Hired for the Wrong Reason?
Don’t get me wrong, I was always happy to get a job.
But, recently I realized I only ever got jobs where I checked that box or knew someone working there.
So, was I really the best candidate? Was I ever the best candidate?
Reality Check: Did School Fail Me or Did I Fail Myself?
The whole time I wanted to learn about the Universe, I was also dreaming about flying. I wanted to work in an observatory to explore the unknown, but as an astronaut, I could do that and fly through space.
But, even with 10 years of schooling and a few years of flying experience, it would still be next to impossible to become an astronaut.