by Matt Rice | Oct 17, 2026 | Quotes and Antidotes
We must learn from others. Here is a passage from the book “Wisdom Takes Work” called “Talk to the Dead” – “It’s about the craziest thing in the world. Imagine being able to talk to the dead – and not using it! Imagine...
by Matt Rice | Oct 10, 2026 | Quotes and Antidotes
The most counterintuitive aspect of overcoming certainty is recognizing that tentativeness isn’t a weakness; it’s strength. Think about this – phrases such as “I might be wrong,” “I’m not sure,” and “let me reconsider” aren’t admissions of inadequacy but...
by Matt Rice | Oct 4, 2026 | Quotes and Antidotes
There is no path to greatness without hard work. And the only person who feels like working hard for years is someone who is excited about the task. You only get one life and you’re going to burn the days either way, so the real question is: What excites you and...
by Matt Rice | Sep 27, 2026 | Quotes and Antidotes
“You don’t become a master because you’re able to retain knowledge. You become a master when you’re able to release it” highlights the crucial distinction between accumulation and application of knowledge. Many people equate mastery with the ability to...
by Matt Rice | Sep 19, 2026 | Quotes and Antidotes
There once a father and a son walking to town with their donkey, and as they walked, someone laughed. “Why are you walking? You have a donkey. Ride it.” And so, the son climbed on. And a little further down the road, someone shook their head. “What...
