Random Thoughts 2024

• A good general strategy and rule of thumb for many situations is to not speak one word more than is needed, or one less. 1/31/24

• Complete confidence equals complete kindness. 2/16/24

• One can lead a cheerful life or one can lead a fearful life. 4/19/24

• In most circumstances anything or anyone that removes the smile from your face should probably as much as possible be avoided. 4/28/24

• Should we change the phrase "human rights" to "human guarantees"? Or maybe "personal guarantees"? Isn't a guarantee to something better than a right to it? 5/1/24

• Very important to pay attention to what shouldn't be ignored. Just as important to ignore what shouldn't be paid attention to. 5/4/24

• Mouth closed, mind open. Much better than the other way around. 5/11/24

• All sensory input can be beneficial if responded to appropriately. 5/11/24

• Any problem must be defined and visualized before a solution can be realized. 5/11/24

• In every development there is something there that can be found that can cause either an unpleasant feeling or a pleasant one. 5/11/2024

• Never be in a hurry to criticize, or to idolize. 6/12/24

• Our own movements are the only thing in the universe we control, nothing else. 6/16/24

• Never forget that everything we feel is temporary. Have gratitude for the good feelings while they last, have patience with the unpleasant feelings, they will fade away.  6/19/24

• A successful life must be built the same way a sculptor builds a statue, one small chip at a time. 6/21/24

• No unnecessary word shall I speak. No unnecessary one shall I hear. A happy many I shall be. 6/28/24

• Wasting energy never made anything better. 7/1/24

• The goal must be global free trade, no tariffs and a global agreed upon institution to settle trade disputes between nations. Not only will this produce enormous overall economic benefits for people all around the world but will also reduce the chance of wars, including nuclear, by probably around 90%.I believe this can be achieved by 2050, possibly sooner with engaged cooperation from China. 7/23/24

• Fear no one, respect everyone. 7/27/24

• Life isn't always fair. Don't allow your brain to waste energy debating this. 7/31/24

• Don’t criticize, analyze. 8/3/24

• A cheerful attitude and a smile are a couple of the best tools we have for success and happiness. 8/8/24 

• Our attention is our most important investment. If we invest this wisely we mostly likely will prosper. Of course the opposite is true as well. Happy investing my friends. 8/24/24

• Find your passion first, then find your money. 11/13/24

• Always be vigilant to never offend anyone if for no other reason than the selfish one that someday they may be the person who can help you the most. 11/13/24

• Patience is the absence of fear, and vice versa. Version 2: Patience is the absence of fear. Fear is the absence of patience.  12/1/24

• Life is simply about us finding our path of passion. Once we do we can just relax and follow along and it will take us to magical places. 12/1/24

• I have yet to find or experience anything that is of more importance and a higher priority than good health and a relaxed mind and body. 12/1/24

• Always have patience for those who are torturing themselves with anger. 12/6/24

• There is little I try to avoid more than useless sound waves created by human vocal cords. There is little I try to pursue more than useful sound waves created by human vocal cords. 12/7/24

• Never spend your time and energy on anything that's not going to fix the problem, or make it better. Version 2: Never allow others to waste your energy. Never waste the energy of others. 12/7/24

• Say no more than needs to be said. Hear no more than needs to be heard. 12/8/24

• Democracy can only survive and thrive when there are two or more healthy and competitive parties. 12/9/24

• The best way for resolving disputes is a calm and respectful exchange of thoughts and opinions, not impulsive aggression and shouting. If necessary a mutually agreed upon arbiter is also something that can be very helpful. 12/9/24

• In the coming decades national borders will become less and less relevant until eventually national borders globally will be no more relevant than national borders are currently in the European Union. 12/10/24

• Fear and aggression are contagious. If at all possible avoid the company of people with these traits or you may become infected. Of course if you think you have an idea that might help them then maybe give that a try. 12/12/24

• Please only speak to me if what you have to say is useful, interesting or funny and I promise to extend that same courtesy to you. 12/13/24

• Negative thoughts and actions require time and energy.  Why do it? 12/14/24