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Read time: 1 minute, 320 words. It's a season of gatherings -- where sociability is celebrated. But for some of us, the idea of attending events & meeting folks is overwhelming. In a world that values outgoing personalities, it's OK to be introverted. Many acclaimed artists are shy. Elvis Presley was a loner. The Economist writes, "Shyness & creativity often go hand in hand." Being peculiar or reserved isn't a flaw. It's part of what makes us unique. So this season, if youβd rather keep to yourself, remember that some of the most celebrated creators felt the same way. β Meet Kristine Tompkins. Conservationist, former Patagonia CEO. "The first step to saving nature is the rewilding of our own minds." β β‘οΈ Productivity βWebFill - Uses advanced AI models to automatically fill forms, complete surveys, handle data entry, solve multiple-choice questions, generate and respond to emails, more.β π° Passive βConsolidated Edison. Utility company that provides electricity, gas, and steam to millions of customers, known for its steady dividend. This thesis. β π Books βFilterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture by Kyle Chayka. What does it mean to make a choice when the options have been so carefully arranged for us? Is personal freedom possible on the Internet? π΅ Music βPostcards for a Christmas: Bilingual Arabic Holiday Songs by Amanda Abizaid. Holiday themes with Arabic lyrics, creating a multicultural celebration. βNight Divine by Quinn Hedges. Soulful renditions of carols. Warm & intimate feel to holiday favorites. π AI Prompt π₯£ Gravy βOffice holiday parties should finish by 3PMβ βThe hustle culture can wait for the holidaysβ
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Read time: 1 minute, 311 words.Ever noticed how some leaders don't use the products they create? Silicon Valley execs send their kids to schools that minimize screen time. Social media CEOs rely on large teams to manage their own accounts.I know Coca-Cola execs who don't drink Coke. Then there's Oprah Winfrey. Despite building an empire on television, she barely watches it herself. "I don't have energy coming into my sphere that I'm not consciously inviting in," she says. What kind of energy...
Read time: 1 minute, 235 words.5 formulas to ponder as you wrap your year: Happiness = Results - Expectations Creativity = Curiosity + Constraints Confidence = Experience / Doubts Fulfillment = Contribution + Growth Joy = Traditions x Togetherness -Kabir Seven Point Sunday - December 8πΌ Portfolio Career Meet Ron Finley. Fashion designer & guerilla gardener. Compelling TED talk. β‘οΈ Productivity Deepgram - Convert spoken words into text, making it easier to document ideas, conduct interviews. π°...
Read time: 1 minute, 244 words. In 2007, Warren Buffett made a bold bet. He wagered $1 million that an S&P 500 index fund would outperform a portfolio of hedge funds over 10 years. A small hedge fund took the challenge. They believed their active strategies could beat the broader market. Buffett had confidence in his low-cost, passive approach. ππ½ Here's who won the bet(And how you can try this strategy with your portfolio) Hope it helps. -Kabir Seven Point Sunday - December 1πΌ Portfolio...