Nathan
Topics I'm deeply curious about: Tech, Finance, Psychology, Science.
Writing
2026
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Spectrum Thinking vs. Binary ThinkingA practical framework for breaking out of yes-or-no thinking — and learning to reason with the precision that complex decisions actually deserve.
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The Mirage of The MajorityA reflection on why we instinctively seek consensus before we act — and why, in finance and in life, the crowd is almost always the wrong judge for your best ideas.
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The Value of What RemainsA life isn’t an endless timeline. It’s a shrinking set of repeats. The moment you notice that, your attention starts to behave differently.
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Worth Reading
My personal favorites from the internet
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You and Your ResearchWhat separates great researchers from merely good ones? A Bell Labs legend's frank advice on doing first-class work.Richard Hamming Career ↗
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The Tail EndA reflection on the finite nature of our time and experiences, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the moments we have left.Tim Urban Psychology ↗
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People like us, do things like thisThe power of group identity and how our sense of belonging influences our actions and decisions.Seth Godin Psychology ↗
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The Importance of Stupidity in Scientific ResearchHow embracing ignorance and uncertainty can lead to greater creativity and breakthroughs in scientific research.Martin A. Schwartz Science ↗
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Meditations on MolochWhy coordination failures doom us to bad equilibria, and what (if anything) can break the cycle. A tour through game theory, capitalism, and human nature.Scott Alexander Economics ↗
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Pain is not the unit of EffortNo pain, No gain. The common misconception that pain is the best measure of effort. In fact, if it's pain then you're doing it wrong.Less Wrong - alkjash Psychology ↗
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Something Big is HappeningThe disruptive potential of AI and how it could transform various industries, reshape the job market, and impact society as a whole.Matt Shumer Technology ↗
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Keep Your Identity SmallIf people can't think clearly about anything that has become part of their identity, then all other things being equal, the best plan is to let as few things into your identity as possible.Paul Graham Psychology ↗
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The Fable of the Dragon-TyrantA metaphorical story illustrating humanity's struggle against death and the ethical imperative to pursue life extension technologies.Nick Bostrom Philosophy ↗
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Why is it So Hard to Stick to Good Habits?Dream big, but start small. Make tiny changes that are easy to maintain and build on over time.James Clear Psychology ↗
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The Relativity of WrongAn essay by Isaac Asimov arguing that scientific knowledge does not simply toggle between "right" and "wrong."Isaac Asimov Science ↗
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Timeline of the far futureA speculative timeline detailing the predicted events in the far future of the universe, from billions to trillions of years ahead.Wikipedia Astronomy ↗
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The Psychology of Human MisjudgmentA comprehensive overview of cognitive biases and psychological tendencies that lead to poor decision-making.Charlie Munger Psychology ↗
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The Feynman TechniqueA learning method based on explaining concepts in simple terms to identify gaps in understanding and reinforce knowledge.Richard Feynman Education ↗
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The Map is Not the TerritoryThe concept that models, representations, or perceptions of reality are not reality itself, and the importance of recognizing this distinction.Alfred Korzybski Philosophy ↗