Behavior
Don't (the Secret of Self Control)
Children who are able to pass the marshmallow test enjoy greater success as adults.
The Happiness Process
This is a three-step process to finding happiness, inspired by my friend Liya.
Step 1: Identify one thing you do that makes you unhappy. Write it down.
Step 2: Look at what you wrote down. Replace it with something that makes you happy.
Step 3: Repeat one week from now.
Update: Thanks Adam for the LifeHacker post. Here's a great visual follow-up designed by Alex Koplin. Read more about his inspiration here. (Props to LH commenter Maave for the tip).
What motivates you?
Viktor Frankl: Why to believe in others
On the importance of self-expansion (NY Times)
As I read this article, I couldn't help but think of Charles & Ray Eames, the midcentury power couple who redefined design. From reading about them and watching their famous movies, the relationship appeared to be one of "self-expansion"; where your partner enables you to achieve more than you could have on your own. Their creative contributions to the world are a result of enhancing each others lives.
More people use piano stairs
How David Beats Goliath: The New Yorker
A brilliant article written by Malcolm Gladwell on David's effort beating Goliath's ability, and why breaking the rules lead him to victory. Discovered via Kevin Hartz.
