“Writing is the painting of the voice”
Voltaire
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Seattle to vegas roadtrip
We completed our third major road trip in the United States. Roughly 2,600 miles, 6 states, temperatures ranging from 40°F to 110°F, and our longest single-day drive touching nearly 850 miles. It was a combination of mountain towns, isolated highways, state parks, deserts, and cities — though the center of the trip was clearly Las… Read more
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A Fake Image Doesn’t Last Forever
Stalin’s Famine (1932–1933): Under Joseph Stalin, the Soviet Union forced farmers into collective farms and seized grain to fund industrial growth, but the policy backfired as agricultural output fell and millions were left without food. Instead of acknowledging failure, the state continued taking grain—even exporting it—while suppressing reports of famine and restricting movement so starving… Read more
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Why Travel Changes You as a Person?
I met an old couple during our trip to Vegas. They had been married for 56 years and were probably in their 80s. They were on a road trip all by themselves — driving from Atlanta all the way to California and back. By the time they finished, they would have covered nearly 5,000 miles.… Read more
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Are we getting too inspired?
The commentary discusses two types of inspiration: Action-Oriented Inspiration, which promotes personal growth and intentional learning, and Hero Worship Inspiration, which leads to shallow admiration and dependency on others. It warns that while inspiration is abundant, true progress requires applying learned principles rather than merely celebrating others’ victories. Read more
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Soil is the Source
The text emphasizes the importance of connecting to the fundamental source of life: soil. It argues that just as individuals in various fields stay grounded in their roots, we must reconnect with soil to enhance our well-being. By nurturing this bond, we can improve our inner lives and understand our existence more profoundly. Read more
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Finding Meaning in Meaninglessness
Witch-hunting lasted for centuries, particularly in Europe and parts of America. Slavery persisted for centuries across different civilizations. For long periods, many people misunderstood the shape of the Earth. The practice of sati—burning a widow on her husband’s pyre—existed in parts of India as a cultural and social custom. Thunderstorms were often interpreted as signs… Read more
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