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If you want to be your best—let alone THE best—at something, you've got to work really hard, take risks, put yourself out there, fail a bunch, almost break at times, and keep going. It's not easy stuff. Which is precisely why you also need to be kind to yourself along the way.

Evidence based hacks: Hack for strength: lift weights Hack for speed: run Hack for smarts: read Hack for productivity: deep work Hack for recovery: sleep Hack for motivation: just start Hack for happiness: build community There is no replacing hard and smart effort.

I enjoy social media on its own merits and have the extreme luxury of not having to promote my work here but, y'all should know I do a weekly interview show with my friend + colleague Tim Higgins, and imho it's starting to get good. Here's our latest, on brain implants: www.wsj.com/podcasts/wsj...

This guy sitting in the row in front of me won't leave me alone. Still 14/10

The most important story is the one you tell yourself Psychologists found that the most resilient & fulfilled people tell stories where they: -Are the agent (not just a victim of circumstance) -Find meaning in hardship -Maintain warm, close relationships -See their life as a coherent journey

The Atlantic’s 2025 Summer Reading Guide is here. Our writers and editors have selected 24 books to read this season. @giladedelman.bsky.social chose “Lonesome Dove” as one of four titles that you’ll read all summer. theatln.tc/JytTZJOa

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Yay! Buttons & knobs forever.

An escaped kangaroo named Sheila forced officials to shut Interstate 85 in Alabama in both directions. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said the owner was called in to use a tranquilizer dart on the animal.

Our 150 Favorite Indie Rock Albums of the 21st century 25 years of underground favorites www.treblezine.com/150-indie-ro...

Preserving English eccentricity: 20 years of the World Marmalade Awards

What a wholesome post and thread.

“Since Earth’s heat is constant, unlike fluctuations in electricity or gas costs, the university sees its system as a valuable hedge against shifting energy prices.” In a fascinating series on geothermal’s potential, CPR’s climate team takes us to Grand Junction, where CMU saves beaucoup bucks.

"High muscle strength & cardiorespiratory fitness were significantly associated with a lower risk of all-cause mortality. In addition, increases in CRF were associated with a reduced risk of cancer-specific mortality." Study: bjsm.bmj.com/content/earl... Sum: #Move & #Lift!

Some big Fervo Energy news today. We’re excited to welcome Shell as a new customer at Project Cape. And announce that we are upsizing the project by 100 MW to 500 MW, using the same number of planned wells, due to productivity breakthroughs we have achieved. www.houstonchronicle.com/business/ene...

On his fifth album, Justin Vernon moves out of the shadows and into an unabashedly joyful mindset and soundscape. His music remains as compelling as ever

New song absolutely whips. Hayden’s truly the best!

“protected bike lanes consistently make roads safer for all users—including people in cars. The city’s own data from Austin Street show that injuries from crashes dropped 17% on Austin between Holman and Commerce after the lane was added in 2022.” www.houstonchronicle.com/opinion/edit...

That tingling sense of excitement when years of research and writing arrives in boxes as a finished product. A biography to read in the age of revenge of geopolitics.

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We’re spotlighting some of 2025’s most outstanding records to date by rounding up albums that have earned high scores and Best New Music designations

The deleterious impact of our modern eating patterns isn't just impinging on our health—it's blocking sophisticated healing mechanisms that have evolved over billions of years to repair and regenerate our bodies. --lifted from my most recent exchange with Dr. Valter Longo. Episode 889. ✌🏼🌱 - Rich

Wet Leg slide back into loose-lipped dance-punk with “catch these fists,” their first new music since their 2022 self-titled album Read our track review ⬇️

Beginning in 2027, the Sundance Film Festival will be based in Boulder, Colorado, a city 10 times the size of Park City, Utah, the event’s original home.

WSJ: "Economic Growth Now Depends on Electricity, Not Oil" yup www.wsj.com/business/ene...

In 2018, two social psychologists introduced the “Effort Paradox” to make sense of why people enjoy doing difficult things. The explanation may have a lot to do with how people find meaning in life, Alex Hutchinson writes:

"Higher intakes of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, unsaturated fats, nuts, legumes & low-fat dairy products were linked to greater odds of healthy aging..." No magical diet. Think big picture. A health eating pattern matters! Study: www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Classic 🧵 with design advice on how to make graphs less cluttered + more usable Would love to see @peck.phd republish these with ALT text to demonstrate how to make this advice fully accessible to everyone

TOMORROW on the podcast, I’m joined by Alex Hutchinson to explore whether uncertainty is something to avoid—or the secret ingredient to a meaningful life. The answer might change how you navigate everything from your morning run to life’s biggest decisions... Episode 898✌🏼🌱

@caulfieldtim.bsky.social no shortage of material for a sequel...

Matteo Jorgenson joins cycling greats after defending Paris-Nice title

In a new excerpt from my book, I explain how someone who really hates meditation can still benefit from it: www.oprahdaily.com/life/health/...

buttons are back, baby!! buttons are good I will die on this hill

Power demand to tariffs: Five themes to watch at the big oil and energy confab CERAWeek from Cipher News www.ciphernews.com/articles/pow...

Deal Alert! Amazon just dropped my new book to 20% off! Insecurity screams. Courage whispers. Develop the inner game to stand up when it matters most, and perform in the clutch. amzn.to/4kAJ5kX

‘Me, but Better’ Review: Personality’s Progress To combat social anxiety and overcome her introversion, the author tries improvisational comedy and forces herself to throw parties. By Meghan Cox Gurdon @olgakhazan.bsky.social www.wsj.com/arts-culture...

We all face pressure. We all need resilience. We all should develop our mental game. It's hard to do. That's why I created a FREE 14 day course on mental toughness. A new video every day explaining a key concept that helps you master the inner game: thegrowtheq.kit.com/978cd6a31d

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“These days, Judi is the proud owner of a potty-mouthed parrot called Sweetie who, amongst her colourful repertoire (including swear words and a filthy laugh), can replicate the sound of a champagne bottle being uncorked and poured.” Tremendous. on.ft.com/4be6oNy

Man Puts Glass Of Water On Bedside Table In Case He Needs To Make Huge Mess In Middle Of Night http://theonion.com/...