Personal Development

Why You're Having a Midlife Crisis (And What's Really Behind It)

From Royal Marine to oven cleaner: What i learnt about living with purpose

Mar 29 • The School of Knowledge

19 Thinking Tools For Making Better Decisions

Concepts, mental models & frameworks i've found interesting

Jan 11 • The School of Knowledge

Welcome to The School of Knowledge

Your 1-stop shop for systems thinking, mental models and frameworks

Jun 29, 2025 • The School of Knowledge

Disorder, Chaos And Decay: How To Avoid High Entropy

In February 2009, I headed down south on a 5-hour train to join the Royal Marines.

Jun 1, 2025 • The School of Knowledge

21 Thinking Tools for Making Better Decisions

Interesting concepts, mental models & frameworks

May 25, 2025 • The School of Knowledge

The Garden Test for Every New Idea

Welcome to The School of Knowledge. Each Sunday, I send an essay to help you navigate your personal or professional transition, from those who have…

May 19, 2025 • The School of Knowledge

Is "What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger" Terrible Advice?

Our founding membership for The School of Knowledge Community will be opening soon. Thank you to those already on the list. If you haven't joined the…

Apr 27, 2025 • The School of Knowledge

The Most Read Articles This Year

Dec 31, 2024 • The School of Knowledge

Time Mastery: Balancing What You Love with What You Must Do

A few weeks ago, I sent a thread asking my subscribers if they needed help with anything.

Oct 23, 2024 • The School of Knowledge

3 Gigantic Accountability Mistakes Lifelong Learners Need to Avoid

“Arm yourself with specific knowledge, accountability, and leverage.”

Oct 17, 2024 • The School of Knowledge

Ikigai: How To Truly Find Your Purpose In Life

There are two types of people in this world:

Aug 17, 2024 • The School of Knowledge

5 Powerful Lessons From Naval Ravikant For A Happier Life

“I would rather be a failed entrepreneur than someone who never tried.”

Aug 10, 2024 • The School of Knowledge

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