Team of Rivals

I cannot precisely recall what drew me to this tome. Perhaps it was my enduring passion for history, or maybe I was simply trying to understand why Lincoln is consistently ranked as the greatest U.S. president, surpassing even Washington and Roosevelt in historical estimations. Or perhaps, I simply yearned to comprehend what kind of character could lead during a nation’s most tumultuous period in a way that has been so universally acclaimed....

November 25, 2024 · 5 min · Weilun Chen

Some lessons I learned the hard way

The last 6 months have been a challenging and tough period in my life, prompting considerable reading and self-reflection. Now as things are finally getting back on track, I’d like to share some valuable lessons that helped me. If you find yourself sitting in front of the computer, bored enough to open this article, you might find these lessons helpful to you as well. Embrace Longtermism The concept of longtermism embodies various layers of interpretation....

May 31, 2024 · 5 min · Weilun Chen