Interview with a DIY investor on fasting and mindset for setting oneself up for the day.

Echoes of Aurelius: Extended Meditations

Podcast promotes the idea that every decision carries nuanced aspects, urging individuals to embrace the non-duality of "yes" and "no." It encourages awareness of the cascading consequences tied to choices, advocating for a mindful "yes" and intentional "no" to cut to the core of what truly matters. Blog: https://ipfs.io/ipfs/QmV9gokWryq4WQnz2jWDLo17sCL7QXSTvBdMMBcPZMt7K2/

A Conversation between AI and Myself on Mind Over Money: Advice to a Younger Self

Exploring the relationship between mind, body, and technology, and how they intersect with saving, investing, and personal growth. It suggests that the mind and body are interconnected, and that body maps play a role in shaping our experiences and emotions. The concept of hacking, both in terms of technology and self-improvement, is presented as a way to navigate and shape our body maps. The use of avatars in virtual worlds is discussed as a tool for learning, decision-making, and simulating future scenarios. Emotions are seen as integral to rational decision-making and financial planning, and the importance of considering emotions in investing is highlighted. The text also touches on the potential of technology, such as artificial organs and cybernetics, to enhance and redefine the human body and mind.

Book Club Review: “Die with Zero: Getting All You Can From Your Money & Your Life” by Bill Perkins

Insights on how to live richly instead of dying rich & making the most of one’s money rather than making the most money. Resources: Book website:https://www.diewithzerobook.com/welcome Referenced: https://yourmoneyoryourlife.com/book/

Of Cyborgs, Crypto, and Legacy Finance Versus DeFi with Professor of Finance Todd Feldman

Wide-ranging discussion with the 2021 Lam-Larsen Distinguished Teaching Professor Todd Feldman Ph.D. at SFSU discussing bubbles & crashes, DeFi & the El Salvador example, and legacy finance versus DeFi. Professor Feldman’s area of research includes investments, behavioral finance, and global markets. SFSU will host an upcoming 2022 Conference on FinTech: Innovation, Inclusion, and Risks on Friday March 4 & Saturday March 5 from 9am to 4:45 pm. TBD: in-person or virtual. Organized by Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, the Lam Larsen Fintech Initiative at SFSU, and the Center for Analytical Finance at UC Santa Cruz.

Interview with a DIY investor on fasting and mindset for setting oneself up for the day.

Missives on investing hits and misses and what one can learn about risk tolerance by downshifting position size. Finding one’s optimal fasting window. Musings on morning rituals.