Posts by ross@gebhart.io
The Explorer’s Mindset
I’ve decided that if I make my intentions clear, I can’t disappoint readers if I don’t position myself as an expert.
Read MoreThe Paradox of Arrival
The “arrival fallacy”—our persistent belief that happiness lies in reaching the next milestone—blinds us to life’s fundamental truth: that meaning and fulfillment exist not in reaching destinations but in embracing the continuous journey of growth and change.
Read MoreEgo Deep Dive
This post discusses Dr. Richard Beck’s “honeycomb model of the ego,” which consists of six aspects that provide a roadmap for understanding the ego.
Read MoreThe Lost Art of Doing Nothing
In our perpetually connected digital age, we’ve lost the art of doing nothing – yet this very boredom we desperately avoid is crucial for creativity, self-awareness, and mental clarity.
Read MoreGrowing on an Infinite Trellis
A theological metaphor for the invitation we have in life to embrace change and growth.
Read MoreDesign Thinking for My Life
Design thinking has been one of the most impactful things I’ve learned in my career.
Read MoreA Pleasing Chord
Music can be a calming and therapeutic tool.
Read MoreTsundoku
A Japanese term for the practice of acquiring reading materials and letting them pile up without reading them.
Read MoreOn Obligation
Exploring the concept of obligation as an invitation to create shared experiences and deeper connections rather than a burdensome chore.
Read MoreThe Beef Wellington Plan
A compelling argument for the power of ultralearning, a learning strategy that emphasizes self-directed, intensive, and strategic skill acquisition.
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