by John Macdonald | Aug 26, 2023 | The250
We scoff at those who display what we consider to be unearned confidence. We call them arrogant and cocky, and smart people start labeling with smart labels such as Dunning-Krueger. Basically, how dare they? They didn’t earn the credentials. They didn’t... by John Macdonald | Aug 25, 2023 | The250
Who doesn’t want to be free? I sure do. But also, with freedom comes chaos, responsibility, danger, rif-raf, people not like us, consequences, grit, faster, slower, sharks, and a natural meritocracy. So we have introduced order. With order comes stability,... by John Macdonald | Aug 24, 2023 | The250
A religious debate, and I’ve always taken one side. My side has always been the delayed gratification side. “Good things come to those who wait.””He that can have patience can have what he will.””The seeds of greatness are often... by John Macdonald | Aug 23, 2023 | The250
About 18 months ago, I had my right shoulder replaced. Before I went under, the doctor confirmed which shoulder to upgrade and marked it with his initials. This marking practice is common among surgeons to prevent errors. It’s a simple system, but highly... by John Macdonald | Aug 22, 2023 | The250
The box exists for a reason. Actually several. The box keeps the rain out and the heat in. It also keeps the rif-raf out and the people like us in. The box serves as a guide. Here’s a good direction and a great place to play. But also, stay here, don’t go... by John Macdonald | Aug 21, 2023 | The250
I do it too. I think we all do, but some are much better at overcoming it than others. I don’t know if it’s human nature — programmed into us at some basic level. Or if it’s learned — taught by the culture and tribes to which we belong....