Theory of the World
A personal archive of ideas, models, and perspectives on our complex world.
Perspective over time. Across disciplines. Beyond convention.
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Let the Weight Go
Think of a time when you were carefree and had no worries in the world. Compare that with where you are now and what…
Listen to Yourself – and Be Yourself
Inside of you, there is a genius. Listen to this genius. Inside of you there is also a self critic and a dark side.…
Excellence Beats the Systems
Systems are not defeated by complaint. They are improved by people who understand the process, restore its purpose, and move work through it with…
Find Your Inner Creator
Something in you wants to get out. It may be your music, your writing, your photography, your gardening. In you, there exists a creator…
Face Your Demons and Discover Your Angels
Inside each of us, there are fears and hopes. We have to run towards these and unshackle ourselves from that which inhibits us from…
Keep Moving Forward
To be free we have to move on the next thing. The previous thing will get us stuck. It does not mean that we…
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This archive is not only chronological. It is a field guide to recurring questions about meaning, learning, leadership, enterprise, systems, and the work of becoming more capable.
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