Values and purpose

Become a better thinker with 20 actionable principles designed to help you reflect, focus, and engage with the world more thoughtfully. Paired with insightful book recommendations, this post offers practical steps to cultivate clarity, resilience, and meaningful decision-making in a distracted age.

In his talk Inventing on Principle, Bret Victor challenges us to anchor our work and lives to guiding principles—beliefs that define what truly matters. Learn how principles shaped innovations by Tesler, Engelbart, and Kay, and discover how to find and live by your own guiding principle.

Greatness isn’t born—it’s built through consistent, deliberate effort. In The Mundanity of Excellence, sociologist Daniel Chambliss reveals how mastery is achieved through small, intentional actions, repetition, and a focus on fundamentals. Excellence isn’t magic—it’s the mastery of the ordinary.

Change is inevitable but also a powerful opportunity for alignment and growth. Discover how to navigate life’s transitions in 2025 with clarity and purpose—from releasing what no longer serves you to fully embracing your true self. Step boldly into the future and create a life that deeply resonates.

Your personal values are the foundation of a purposeful life. They shape your decisions, provide motivation, and are core to your identity. Discover how to identify, embrace, and live by your values to create a life and career that reflects who you truly are. Let your values guide the way.