John MacGaffey
Passing Time
Any worthwhile accomplishment is likely to take a long time.
John MacGaffey
This Might Not Work
As humans, we're hardwired to want to reduce or eliminate risk. But the fact that something might not work is no excuse for not doing it.
Creative Resilience
Pablo Picasso's "The Bull" perfectly illustrates the creative process.
Survivorship Bias
When we examine our history, it's tempting to look at only the success stories. But the people, societies, and organizations that didn't survive have important stories to tell us as well.
Opening Doors
The internet enables human potential at scale.
Random Acts of Coffee
Let’s normalize creating spontaneous moments of joy for others without being prompted or expecting anything in return.
Simplicity is Hard
The instructions for Atari’s Star Trek game were only four words: Insert Quarter. Avoid Klingons.
Pick Your Compromises
It’s tempting to focus on just the benefits. But every decision comes with trade-offs.
Irrational Responses
When we look beyond our emotional, instinctive responses, the world is often different than it first appears.
Imposter Syndrome
If being the first man to walk on the moon isn’t enough to silence self-doubt, then perhaps it’s a universal experience.