This speech is a masterclass in vulnerability, connection, and the art of being truly seen. David Brooks transforms us from a reserved and intellectual personality
A tree that grows quickly rarely endures. Fast success is tempting, but it can leave you hollow like a sapling shooting up in poor soil.
Virgil was onto something. Struggle doesn’t weaken you—it sharpens you. On the downside of adversity, you’re refining your edge. Each setback you face levels up
Burdens aren’t meant to break you. They’re meant to test what you’re made of. If you feel a weight, know you’ve been chosen to carry
Orient your life upward. You can spend your whole life moving sideways. Or worse, backward. But the real question is, why stay on the ground
I’ve worked for people who think the brass ring is a form of motivation. It’s not. It’s disrespectful and unbecoming. It’s inane. It’s a nebbish
Diligence is the secret of every thriving venture. Success isn’t about luck; it’s about hard work and perseverance. The diligent man finds opportunity where others
People fear loss more than they desire to gain. This principle influences decisions every day, both personally and professionally. When faced with a choice, the
Responsibility changes everything. It moves your dreams into action and chaos into order. When you take responsibility, you take control. You cease being a victim.
You set goals and envision your success, yet you somehow end up off-track. Self-sabotage manifests as procrastination, doubt, and distraction. Why do you undermine your
