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I missed a call from @ramirez.house.gov today because I don't answer my phone these days unless I know the number. Congresswoman, if you see this please reach out, I'd love to hear your perspective and ways I can help!

Roomba name

Got a Roomba, had to name it.

Love it—what a view!

Two rainbows above a Colorado mountain

Spent another offline week in the Colorado mountains and boy is it hard to plug back into the work world.

What Is Aesthetics? The Philosophy of Beauty and Art Aesthetics is more than art theory. It’s how we make sense of beauty, taste, and the feelings that art awakens in us.

Beauty isn’t just decoration. It’s a signal, a story, a connection.
Discover why aesthetics matters more than you think: curiousbydesign.org/what-is-aest...

Independence Day @thetimes.com cartoon times.newsprints.co.uk/morten-morla...

Aviation isn’t just about engines and altitude. It’s the ultimate expression of human curiosity—born from kite-makers, built by bicycle mechanics, and now carried forward by engineers rethinking what “flight” even means. curiousbydesign.org/how-aviation... #curiousbydesign

When did everyone else realize that the "a" at the beginning of words like atypical, asynchronous, and asymmetrical stands for "ain't"?

If onboarding felt like the first level of a great game, would anyone ever ghost their job?
New post: what games teach us about feedback, motivation, and designing better work. curiousbydesign.org/what-game-de...

The smarter you are, the worse your instructions might be. Expertise is a double-edged sword. curiousbydesign.org/the-curse-of...

If you lead a team and haven’t read Measure What Matters, you’re missing out. It’s not hype—it’s a system that actually works. curiousbydesign.org/book-review-...

Welcome back everyone!

A pack of Super Sour Gushers

These just showed up in the office vending machine and I'm unreasonably excited

Too many choices make us miserable.
Not just confused—actually less happy.

Why?
🧠 Decision fatigue
😫 Regret
🤯 Self-blame

Read my deep dive into The Paradox of Choice and how to fight back.
👉 curiousbydesign.org/the-paradox-...

How Music Affects Your Brain We’ve all had moments when the right song seems to supercharge our focus, lift our mood, or even make tedious tasks feel more enjoyable. But can the right playlist actually make you smarter? Science...

Can the right playlist make you smarter? Science says yes! Music can enhance memory, boost concentration, and even improve problem-solving. Whether you’re studying or working, the right tunes can supercharge your brain. #CuriousByDesign

The Truth The Color of Law Forces Us to Confront Reading The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein is a gut-punch. It’s not that I didn’t know segregation was intentional, but seeing the extent to which the government actively created and enforced…

The Truth The Color of Law Forces Us to Confront

For sure!

Metra vibes

Today I learned the way you pronounce dolls in French is poo-pee

If there's a silver lining to the Oval Office tantrum and Zelenskyy being "kicked out" of the WH it's that he didn't sign that stupid minerals deal.

Good evening all

Short Fuse is great! Went there for the beer and vibes, stayed for the planes!

Anyone else pissed off about the disgraceful and disgusting White House behavior from the US President and VP today?

The Enduring Mystery of Eels: A Deep Dive into The Book of Eels Few creatures have captivated human curiosity like the eel. Slippery, secretive, and seemingly otherworldly, the eel has puzzled scientists, inspired mythologies, and formed deep cultural and personal...

🌊 From Aristotle to Freud, history’s greatest minds have tried to unravel the mystery of the eel…and failed.

Dive into the fascinating history of this elusive creature on Curious by Design! ➡️ curiousbydesign.org/the-enduring... #CuriousByDesign

From Secession to Insurrection: The Demon of Unrest and America’s Repeating History Author's Note: I try not to bring politics into this space too often, but there is no avoiding it with this one. Not only is the entirety of The Demon of Unrest driven by politics, there is also a very simple and clear connection to the January 6 insurrection on

Just finished Erik Larson's The Demon of Unrest and WOW.

The book unpacks the five chaotic months before the Civil War, exposing how fear, politics, and lies pushed the country to war. It's not just history—it's a warning. #CuriousByDesign

Hey Apple, quick question. How are any of these useful in a spreadsheet application?

If you haven't already checked out my new writing space, why not stop by and read something interesting?

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Here's the best part: I don't have a dog.

Right?!

Text Message • SMS Today 18:35 Your dog has convinced my cat to become a daredevil Please leash him Who are you I am Bonnie Do you know how terrifying their destructive power is when they are together? The staff of our community gave me your phone Nummber.

Ok chat, what's my next move?