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“There have been so many times I have seen a man wanting to weep but instead beat his heart until it was unconscious.” —
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In 40 tweets I will describe 40 powerful concepts for understanding the world.
“In 40 tweets I will describe 40 powerful concepts for understanding the world. Some are complex so forgive me for oversimplifying, but the main purpose is to incite curiosity.…” from Gurwinder Bhogal. Thanks to Paul Graham (@paulg) for retweeting this and bringing it to my attention. And if you’re headed to Twitter, you might consider retweeting this one too...— Tim Ferriss
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Archive.today
Archive.today or Archive.is (identical). Here’s the official description: “Archive.today is a time capsule for web pages! It takes a ‘snapshot’ of a webpage that will always be online even if the original page disappears. It saves a text and a graphical copy of the page for better accuracy and provides a short and reliable link to an unalterable record of any web page.” Normally, I use the Evernote web clipper for grabbing web content, and many friends use Pocket, but Archive.is has some unique features and benefits worth exploring…— Tim Ferriss
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Business gets ready to trip: How psychedelic drugs may revolutionize mental health care
Business gets ready to trip: How psychedelic drugs may revolutionize mental health care by Jeffrey O’Brien (@jeffreyobrien) in Fortune. I don’t do much media these days, but I made a huge exception for this one, as it should be huge: 12–16 pages in the print edition, making it the largest feature in the issue. It’s one of the best articles on psychedelics I’ve seen in years, and it covers a lot of important ground: business, nonprofit, scientific, and investment considerations, among others. As one friend said about the piece: “Finally, this is the article I can send my parents to explain why — Tim Ferriss
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Catherine the Great
Catherine the Great, born Princess Sophie of Anhalt-Zerbst, was Empress of Russia from 1762 until 1796, making her the country’s longest-ruling female leader. She came to power following a coup d’état in which her husband, Peter III, was overthrown. Under her reign, Russia was revitalized—it grew larger and stronger and was recognized as one of the great powers of Europe.— Tim Ferriss
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The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. I’m late to the party on this one, but… this series is sweet as. My girlfriend and I have been watching Mrs. Maisel before bed, and it’s the perfect nightcap for a challenging day. Or for an afternoon of reading too much about coronaviruses. The writing is hilarious, and the cinematography is simply luscious. I’ve never used “luscious” to describe a TV series before, but the colors are so gorgeous and saturated that it’s hard to pull your eyes away. The visual feel is reminiscent of the beauty in Guillermo del Toro’s The Shape of Water.— Tim Ferriss
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Body Count” by Epsilon Theory/Ben Hunt
“Body Count” by Epsilon Theory/Ben Hunt (@epsilontheory). This was sent to me by one of my smartest and most connected friends. It paints a spooky picture of the Chinese reports of what has informally been referred to as “Wuhan coronavirus.” Per the WHO at the time of this writing, the official virus name is SARS-CoV-2, and the disease it causes is COVID-19, much like HIV causes AIDS. Here is one portion from this essay (edited for length), and I suggest reading the entire piece: >From a narrative perspective, China is fighting this war against nCov2019 exactly like the US fought its war again— Tim Ferriss
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▶174 LBS: #3 Michael Kemerer (Iowa) vs. #1 Mark Hall (Penn State) | 2020 B1G Wrestling
174 LBS: #3 Michael Kemerer (Iowa) vs. #1 Mark Hall (Penn State) | 2020 B1G Wrestling. This is an absolutely beautiful wrestling match, full of technical mastery and physical savagery. Even though I never reached a high level in collegiate wrestling, nothing I’ve done since can compare in terms of pure exhaustion. This was a great reminder of how nonstop the action can be.— Tim Ferriss
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Digital nomad: this is the reality of living the ‘dream’ Instagram lifestyle
Digital nomad: this is the reality of living the ‘dream’ Instagram lifestyle by Elly Earls(@ellyjearls). This piece highlights some of the risks of working remotely, as well as the incredible importance of community. Pair it with “Remote Workers Are Not All Digital Nomads” by Weiting Liu (@weitingliu).— Tim Ferriss
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“This is not your responsibility, but it is your problem.” — (@cherylstrayed), hat tip to Ryan Holiday
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Lynn Margulis
Lynn Margulis. >From Wikipedia: She was “an American evolutionary theorist and biologist, science author, educator, and popularizer, and was the primary modern proponent for the significance of symbiosis in evolution. Historian Jan Sapp has said that ‘Lynn Margulis’s name is as synonymous with symbiosis as Charles Darwin’s is with evolution.’” Next up for me is her debate with Richard Dawkins at Oxford from 2009 (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3). She was incredibly controversial, and I don’t agree with all of her views, but I do find this type of debate useful in stretching one’s mind. Quote I’m ponder— Tim Ferriss
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climbOn Lotion Bar
climbOn Lotion Bar. This was introduced to me by Rodney of Specialized Bicycles on the Hayduke bike trail, which we rode from Grand Junction, Colorado, to Moab, Utah. There are a few things I should share as background. First, this was my first real mountain-biking trip of more than five miles, and it was also my first time using clip-in shoes (not smart). Second, my dear friend Kelly Starrett told me in advance, “Don’t worry!” (I was worried.) “Have you ever ridden a beach cruiser on the Venice boardwalk? It’ll be like that. Flat fire roads. Super chill.” (Not true.) So—surprise, surprise—I g— Tim Ferriss
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“Would you like 1-5M more followers? Before you answer that, answer this: ...”
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Why Is Joe Rogan So Popular?
Why Is Joe Rogan So Popular? (Atlantic) by Devin Gordon (@DevinGordonX). This is one of the best explorations of Joe that I’ve come across. Devin captures the zeitgeist—with real insight into Joe and his format—better than anyone I’ve seen to date. Here is one of many sections that struck me, slightly edited for length: [One journalist wrote,] “If traditional media were pissed about anything relevant to the Musk-Rogan interview, it was the extent to which Rogan got played.” Played! Imagine writing that about one of the most discussed and downloaded podcasts of 2018. Rogan, the one who handed E— Tim Ferriss
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“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at anytime and be yourself.” —
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PromptSmart Pro: Mobile Teleprompter App
PromptSmart Pro: Mobile Teleprompter App. I was introduced to this app last week while recording video for podcast interviews in Austin. As the name suggests, it’s a teleprompter app for your phone or tablet. I used it for recording intros/bios for guests while looking directly toward the camera. That was a first for me and a quantum leap in video quality. Here’s how it works: Instead of awkwardly reading from a piece of paper, or futilely trying to memorize a page of text, I was looking at an iPad the videographer was holding right underneath the camera, which made it appear as if I were look— Tim Ferriss
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“I remember my grandfather telling me how each of us must live with a full measure of loneliness that is inescapable, and we must not destroy ourselves with our passion to escape the aloneness.” —
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The Tragedy of the Commons
“The Tragedy of the Commons” by Garrett Hardin, Science, December 13, 1968, 1243–1248. Thanks to Shane Parrish (@ShaneAParrish) of Farnam Street for pointing me to this. This is an incredibly thought-provoking read. Even if you think you understand the concept of the “tragedy of the commons,” this original piece that introduced the phrase offers a lot of food for thought.— Tim Ferriss
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The possibility of a live podcast series at an incredible venue in Austin, TX!
The possibility of a live podcast series at an incredible venue in Austin, TX! Could you please take five seconds to vote on Twitter or Facebook (simply “yes” or “no”) to let me know what you think? I have some decisions to make on this very soon. (Click here to vote on Twitter and/or click here to vote on Facebook.)— Tim Ferriss
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“What makes life worth living? No child asks itself that question. To children, life is self-evident. Life goes without saying: whether it is good or bad makes no difference. This is because children don’t see the world, don’t observe the world, don’t contemplate the world, but are so deeply immersed in the world that they don’t distinguish between it and their own selves. Not until … a distance appears between what they are and what the world is, does the question arise: what makes life worth living?” —
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BDSM Test: What kind of sexual deviant are you?
BDSM Test: What kind of sexual deviant are you? My girlfriend somehow found this (I know where you live, DP) and sent it to me. We had a hilarious and unexpectedly productive time comparing our results. Here’s the description: “The BDSM Test can tell you what parts of BDSM and kink you are into. It’s a fun and an educational experience for both inexperienced and experienced kinksters.” Note to anyone reading this in an office: the test is not safe for work. And if you need me to tell you that after the heading, you are too hungover to make any important decisions. Take a nap and thank me later— Tim Ferriss
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The Japanese raccoon dog
The Japanese raccoon dog. I came across this while reading a book about gray wolves and other canids on New Year’s Eve. See, when I lived in Japan as an exchange student in high school, I learned that “raccoon” was tanuki in Japanese. But, lo! That is not true. The raccoon we know in the US is better translated as araiguma (洗熊), and the Super Mario-style tanuki is, in fact, a separate species known as the Japanese raccoon DOG (?!?). On my fourth or fifth tequila tonic by this point on December 31st, I couldn’t believe my blurry little eyes. Referring to Wikipedia, it was confirmed: “also known— Tim Ferriss
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Having Kids
Having Kids by Paul Graham (@paulg). Here is one of my favorite sections: “I remember perfectly well what life was like before. Well enough to miss some things a lot, like the ability to take off for some other country at a moment’s notice. That was so great. Why did I never do that? … See what I did there? The fact is, most of the freedom I had before kids, I never used. I paid for it in loneliness, but I never used it.”— Tim Ferriss
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“Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for the public and have no self.” ― , February 25, 1933
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Crazy, Stupid, Love
Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011), starring Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, and others. I watched this with my girlfriend, who has seen Crazy, Stupid, Love four times. She almost never watches movies more than once, and it’s hard for me to remember a film that made me laugh so hard and so often. Here’s a summary from IMDb: “A middle-aged husband’s [Carell] life changes dramatically when his wife [Moore] asks him for a divorce. He seeks to rediscover his manhood with the help of a newfound friend, Jacob [Gosling], learning to pick up girls at bars.” Huge kudos to the whole team— Tim Ferriss
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Roost – Adjustable and Portable Laptop Stand
Roost – Adjustable and Portable Laptop Stand. On the road, I spotted a coder using one of these in a Starbucks. I crept over and waved to get his attention. Once he’d taken off his headset, I asked him how much he liked the ultralight laptop stand. He answered with a dead-serious stare and a poker face, “I LOVE this laptop stand. My posture has immediately improved, and I complete many more actions per minute.” Gotta love engineers… and he was right. This is a fantastic device. I’m using it in combination with the wireless Apple Magic Trackpad 2 and Magic Keyboard. It’s the perfect size for on— Tim Ferriss
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How Kepler Invented Science Fiction and Defended His Mother in a Witchcraft Trial While Revolutionizing Our Understanding of the Universe
How Kepler Invented Science Fiction and Defended His Mother in a Witchcraft Trial While Revolutionizing Our Understanding of the Universe. Maria Popova (@brainpicker) is simply amazing. Her prose is worth reading for its beauty alone (keep in mind that English is not Maria’s native language!), and the stories in this essay highlight just how brilliant, stupid, ignorant, and insightful humans can be… sometimes all at the same time. Hat tip to JZ for the recommendation.— Tim Ferriss
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Every Amazon Shareholder Letter in a Single Downloadable PDF
Every Amazon Shareholder Letter in a Single Downloadable PDF. Jeff Bezos (@jeffbezos) never ceases to amaze, and these letters really highlight how prescient and strategic he and Amazon have been since the 1990s. If you prefer a shortened version via audio, this is worth a shot and includes some fun trivia (e.g., What was the original name idea for Amazon.com? Click on this: Relentless.com…). Big hat tip to Ricardo of Most Recommended Books, whose site is also worth checking out. Quote I’m pondering, particularly as contrasted with the above — “The most exquisite paradox: as soon as you give i— Tim Ferriss
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The Rise of Jordan Peterson
The Rise of Jordan Peterson (Vimeo, iTunes, Amazon, Google Play; if outside the US, Vimeo is likely easiest due to geo restrictions). I did not expect to like this documentary as much as I did. Prior to watching it, I knew very little of Jordan Peterson (@jordanbpeterson). Here’s the one thing I did know: some friends are fascinated by him and feel he is a brilliant seeker of truth, while others erupt into rage at the mere mention of his name and paint him as an anti-liberal antichrist. I watched this film with a close friend who is both impressed by and skeptical of Jordan, depending on the s— Tim Ferriss
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Loom
Loom. I’ve tried lots of software for capturing videos of actions on my computer screen. Whether sharing feedback on designs, explaining a tech bug, teaching computer-based skills to employees, having them get me up to speed on 101 skills (e.g., integrating Gmail and Asana), or otherwise, I find videos powerfully clear and invaluable. Historically, that’s involved recording a video, waiting 5–30 minutes for it to render, uploading to a shared folder, waiting another 10–30 minutes, and then sharing a link. Loom creates a shareable link nearly instantaneously, which you can also password protect— Tim Ferriss
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Julieta Venegas — Eres para Mí
Julieta Venegas — Eres para Mí. Feeling sapped by an ever-increasing creep of nihilism in the world (dramatic, I know)? This is the type of track that helps me find an optimistic foothold. Hard not to have a crush on Julieta Venegas (@julietav) too. Good medicine for challenging times and good medicine for seeing the silver linings all around us. Things are generally a lot better than we think.— Tim Ferriss
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This is incredible. Time to take another vacation from my excuses…
“This is incredible. Time to take another vacation from my excuses…” I found this to be the perfect inspiration for a more positive and optimistic 2020. It’s also a cue to revisit the old 21-day no-complaint experiment.— Tim Ferriss
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Alaska Bear® Natural Silk Sleep mask
Alaska Bear® Natural Silk Sleep mask. This was recommended to me by Dr. Peter Attia (@peterattiamd) on his most recent podcast appearance. He takes it everywhere. I’ve tried many eye masks and was skeptical—aren’t they all basically the same?—but the Alaska Bear is an upgrade. The design checks a couple of basic but critical boxes: 1) it allows you to tighten the head strap, and 2) the soft material blocks light from entering under the bottom edge of the eye mask. If the ridiculous name isn’t enough, you can also choose many ridiculous patterns for your personalized sleep fashion needs.— Tim Ferriss
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Quality and Effort
“Quality and Effort” by Seth Godin (@sethgodin).— Tim Ferriss
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Hang and Pantam — Prelude No. 1
Hang and Pantam — Prelude No. 1 by David Kuckhermann (@DavidKuckhermann). I’ve linked to a specific point in the time code, but the entire performance is just stellar. I had the great luck to be able to train with David several months ago, and I’ve found his programs to be incredible.— Tim Ferriss
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The Phenomenology of the Divine
“The Phenomenology of the Divine” on The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast. The entire episode is fascinating, but I found from 47:11 onward (beginning with “The first thing I’ll do…”) to be particularly interesting. Thanks to my friend Miguel for the recommendation. Poem I’m enjoying, and you can probably guess my favorite line — You are the sun in drag. You are God hiding from yourself. Remove all the “mine”—that is the veil. Why ever worry about Anything? Listen to what your friend Hafiz Knows for certain: The appearance of this world Is a Magi’s brilliant trick, though its affairs are Nothing int— Tim Ferriss
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Over 210,000 Coloradans Sign On for Wolf Reintroduction, Adding Initiative to 2020 Ballot
“Over 210,000 Coloradans Sign On for Wolf Reintroduction, Adding Initiative to 2020 Ballot.” Remember my podcast episode with Mike Phillips in August, entitled “How to Save a Species”? You all helped make the above a reality! As expressed in the linked article, “This is the first time that reintroduction of an endangered species has been initiated through a direct vote of the people.” Furthermore, this reintroduction represents perhaps the only clear opportunity in the world to reestablish a major carnivore at a continental scale—in this case, from the Arctic to Mexico. Iconic biologist Dr. L.— Tim Ferriss
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20 Podcast Predictions for 2020 from Top Industry Leaders
20 Podcast Predictions for 2020 from Top Industry Leaders by Steve Pratt (@steveprattca) of Pacific Content. This is a thought-provoking list of predictions for 2020, conveniently grouped into categories (advertising, new revenue models, consolidation, international opportunities, etc.). Contributors include many big platform, content, and media players. Hat tip to Courtney W. Holt (@mootron) for sharing this on Twitter. 2020 is going to be a very exciting year for podcasts...— Tim Ferriss
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“The dynamic of friendship is almost always underestimated as a constant force in human life: a diminishing circle of friends is the first terrible diagnostic of a life in deep trouble: of overwork, of too much emphasis on a professional identity, of forgetting who will be there when our armored personalities run into the inevitable natural disasters and vulnerabilities found in even the most average existence. [...] But no matter the medicinal virtues of being a true friend or sustaining a long close relationship with another, the ultimate touchstone of friendship is not improvement, neither
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Karma” by Korean sculptor Do Ho Suh (New Orleans sculpture garden)
“Karma” by Korean sculptor Do Ho Suh (New Orleans sculpture garden).— Tim Ferriss
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Coffee sock (the method
Coffee sock (the method, basic coffee sock on Amazon). I was first introduced to this uber-simple method of coffee brewing in Central America, and I rediscovered it at the coffee wonderland that is Texas Coffee Traders in Austin, Texas. If their site crashes, here’s their info: 1400 E 4th St., 512.476.2279. Also, in the process of writing this bullet, I found an entire line extension based on the “sock” approach, which pairs well with the Able Brewing bullet from a few weeks ago.— Tim Ferriss
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Psychedelic Science: A Conversation with Roland Griffiths” on the Making Sense podcast.
“Psychedelic Science: A Conversation with Roland Griffiths” on the Making Sense podcast. This is one of the best podcast interviews about psychedelics that I’ve ever heard, and I’ve heard a lot. The full episode can also be found (including a great addendum from Sam about his latest personal psilocybin experience) through the Waking Up app, which I’ve used consistently since it launched. Within the app, it’s in the “Theory” section, which you can find in the bottom main menu. You then have to swipe to move from “Lessons” to “Conversations.”— Tim Ferriss
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The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company
The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company by Bob Iger (@RobertIger). The negotiation stories with Steve Jobs alone make this book worth the read. Podcast with Bob coming soon.— Tim Ferriss
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“I hold this to be the highest task for a bond between two people: that each protects the solitude of the other.” ―
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I recently made this MacGyver rig
“I recently made this MacGyver rig for the Crossover Symmetry (@crossoversymmetry)...” (Click here to see the image on Instagram.)— Tim Ferriss
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The Able Brewing “DISK.
The Able Brewing “DISK.” I’ve been getting back into coffee, thanks to a few days of hanging with Kelly Starrett (@thereadystate) and Juliet Starrett (@julietstarrett) of The Ready State. The “DISK” is a reusable stainless steel filter for the AeroPress, one of my favorite methods for making coffee. This avoids the waste of disposable paper filters. For beans, I’m using the delicious “Sidepipe Blend” from Flat Track in Austin, Texas. Able Brewing also makes and sells reusable metal filters for Chemex, alongside other goodies. For more nerdy explorations of coffee, be sure to check out my adven— Tim Ferriss
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Excerpted from “We Are What We Choose
Excerpted from “We Are What We Choose” by Jeff Bezos (@JeffBezos), delivered to the Princeton Class of 2010 at graduation (video of speech, transcript): On one particular trip, I was about 10 years old. I was rolling around in the big bench seat in the back of the car. My grandfather was driving. And my grandmother had the passenger seat. She smoked throughout these trips, and I hated the smell. At that age, I’d take any excuse to make estimates and do minor arithmetic. I’d calculate our gas mileage—figure out useless statistics on things like grocery spending. I’d been hearing an ad campaign — Tim Ferriss
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Monoprice Microphone Isolation Shield
Monoprice Microphone Isolation Shield. I doubted this gadget would work, but it really pulls its weight. Think of it as a portable, fold-out sound studio. I put it on my kitchen table when I want to record podcasts via Skype (or any audio), and the arc prevents nearly all of the “bounce”/echo I would otherwise hear. It’s not as effective as a soundproof room, but for the cost and size, I find it valuable. Here’s the description: “This acoustic shield features an acoustic foam front and a vented metal back plate, which allows the microphone to ‘breathe’ and prevents reflections within the arc o— Tim Ferriss
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Amazing Uzbek Food in Samarkand - GIANT 21 METER Kebab Grill + Ancient Uzbekistan!
Amazing Uzbek Food in Samarkand - GIANT 21 METER Kebab Grill + Ancient Uzbekistan! by Mark Wiens. This wonderful video was sent to me by the real “most interesting man in the world,” Kevin Kelly. He and I traveled through Uzbekistan in 2017 (Plov! Plov! Plov!). In fact, we even recorded a short podcast in the back of a taxi as we wound our way through the mountains. Side note: if you like “5-Bullet Friday,” you might enjoy Kevin’s newsletter, Recomendo.— Tim Ferriss
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The Keto Diet’s Most Controversial Champion
The Keto Diet’s Most Controversial Champion in the Atlantic, by Sam Apple (@samuelapple). This is a nearly unbelievable, made-for-film story. The Atlantic’s Paul Bisceglio summarizes the basics well: “13 years ago, the chemist Patrick Arnold went to prison in baseball’s infamous BALCO steroids scandal. Today, he’s all in on keto—and his experiment collaborations could actually have big implications for medicine. Sam Apple (@samuelapple) delivers a wild ride.” This piece involves two past podcast guests, Dominic D’Agostino, PhD and “rogue chemist” Patrick Arnold. It’s an unlikely but perfect pa— Tim Ferriss
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“A genius is the one most like himself.” —
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I Wrote This Book Because I Love You: Essays
I Wrote This Book Because I Love You: Essays by Tim Kreider (timkreider.com). Many of you know that Tim’s We Learn Nothing, his dazzling collection of humor and insight, is one of the few books in the Tim Ferriss Book Club. To get a taste, you can listen to one of my favorite chapters, “Lazy: A Manifesto,” in this short 20-minute episode of the podcast. I’ve been eager to revisit Tim’s work, and I’m now digging into his latest collection of essays. Tim’s fans include people like filmmaker Judd Apatow (@JuddApatow), who gave him the blurb of all blurbs: “Tim Kreider’s writing is heartbreaking, — Tim Ferriss
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>From Shock to Awe
>From Shock to Awe (Vimeo, iTunes, Amazon). If you liked Trip of Compassion, or if you have an interest in psychedelics, ayahuasca, veteran affairs, or healing, take a look at this documentary. I’ve watched it 3x already and highly recommend it. Here is the description: “An intimate and raw look at the transformational journey of two combat veterans suffering from severe trauma (PTSD) as they abandon pharmaceuticals to seek relief through the mind-expanding world of psychedelics.” Even if you don’t watch the film, the two-minute trailer is worth checking out.— Tim Ferriss
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“The problem is no longer getting people to express themselves, but providing little gaps of solitude and silence in which they might eventually find something to say…. What a relief to have nothing to say, the right to say nothing, because only then is there a chance of framing...the thing that might be worth saying.” —
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The 33 Best Trips of 2019
The 33 Best Trips of 2019 (Outside Magazine). I am planning my next adventures, both in the U.S. and abroad, and this list had some unexpected gems.— Tim Ferriss
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Amolliar Mason Jar Foaming Soap Dispenser
Amolliar Mason Jar Foaming Soap Dispenser with unscented Dr. Bronner’s soap. For the last few months, especially after a conversation with Tony Fadell (coming soon), I’ve tried to reduce single-use plastic. If you combine this Mason jar gadget with some Dr. Bronner’s soap in a 1:5 soap-to-water ratio, it has the added benefit of lasting nearly forever. It saves a lot of shopping hassle, saves a ton on cost, and it produces far less waste. I’m really digging it and am replacing all hand soap in the house with this setup.— Tim Ferriss
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Motherless Brooklyn
Motherless Brooklyn. For literally 20 years, I’ve wanted this book made into a movie. Edward Norton (@EdwardNorton) and a star-studded cast—finally!—completely knocked it out of the park. Teaser: it’s a film noir detective story involving a lead character with both Tourette syndrome and OCD. Legendary documentary filmmaker Ken Burns recently called Edward’s Motherless Brooklyn “nothing less than a modern masterpiece.” The soundtrack alone makes this worth seeing on the big screen with a big sound system. Trust me.— Tim Ferriss
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“The purpose of life, as far as I can tell, is to find a mode of being that’s so meaningful that the fact that life is suffering is no longer relevant.” — (@jordanbpeterson)
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Model hallucinations
Model hallucinations by Philip Gerrans and Chris Letheby (@chrisletheby) (Aeon). Thanks to Jason Silva (@JasonSilva) for bringing this to my attention. This entire piece is worth reading, but here are a few paragraphs that really jumped out at me: How does this story explain the therapeutic effects of psychedelics? As we’ve seen, the self-model is an integrated bundle of predictions – and lots of these predictions, built up over a lifetime of experience, can make us deeply stressed and unhappy. A person with social anxiety expects and experiences the world to be hostile and uncontrollable beca— Tim Ferriss
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Sonos Amp
Sonos Amp. This wireless amplifier was a gift from Matt Mullenweg (@photomatt). It nailed a wonderful trifecta for me: 1) it allowed me to resurrect some old but very cool wired speakers, 2) it allowed me to toss about 50 pounds of broken devices associated with those speakers, and 3) in doing so, it created a beautiful corner where I could put art and flowers in place of a garbage pile of broken stuff. Here’s a picture—see the nook under the laptop—of what it looks like in my kitchen. Thank you, Matthew-san!— Tim Ferriss