Currently · Reading
The shelf, this season.
What I keep meaning to finish — books that are currently shaping how I think about happiness, purpose, and the meaning of life.
Updated · Spring 2026
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01
Before Happiness
Happiness is an advantage; so how can we see that positive change is possible?
02
How to Live a Meaningful Life
You can create a life full of purpose by intentionally crafting daily moments rather than chasing big, distant goals.
03
How Emotions Are Made
Emotions are categories - not binaries. They're constructed in the moment by the brain using past experiences, interoception (bodily sensations), and cultural concepts.
04
Building a Second Brain
Our memories are fragile; how can we best capture, remember, and benefit from the vast amount of info around us?
05
Mattering
How should we value and invest in ourselves outside of work?