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The secret to happiness…

Published Date: December 28th, 2006
Category: theory, pers

Today, we (Dad & I) went briefly into DC, toured our way around Union Station and the Capitol Building, and then met some family friends for ice skating.
At the rink, Dad watched while I played “Aunt Becky” and helped one of the 5-year-olds around the rink.  Dad later said, “I watched the faces skating by.  […]

Is it more precious if it’s more difficult?

Published Date: September 30th, 2006
Category: psych, theory, pers

Knowing what’s hard, and what is easy.
http://gladwell.typepad.com/gladwellcom/2006/09/degree_of_diffi.html
I find it easier to respect an artist if I can “see” the time/effort they spent on their work.  If the item isn’t easily distinguished from kindergarten fingerpainting, then it’s harder for the work to impress me.  The Dutch Masters — impressive, even if I don’t love a particular […]