Wellsbaum.blog

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  • Observing closely

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    1 min read

    Completely forgettable, conclusively forgotten. Things disappear with the disattention of time. We bear witness to that which genuinely sticks, the imagination included. Memory is plentiful when we pursue life with intent. Paying attention costs little. Staying excited is the hard part. When we look at things with curiosity, the dynamics change. Perspective encourages a deeper…

  • Creating a life of constant surprises

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    2 min read

    Every blogger wants to be an author. Every Instagrammer seeks to be a photographer. Every kid that plays FIFA wants to be Leo Messi. The path to professionalism in real life is arduous and unlikely. Success takes a lot of talent, excitement, and some luck. But at least we can use web platforms as launch…

  • The student never graduates

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    2 min read

    Learning stops in adulthood because people think all they’ll be doing the rest of their lives is working. But the cubicle, formerly called the ‘action of office,’ is where ideas and learning go to die. You can put your head down and work for the same company for 20 years if you want. You’ll gain…