How owning fewer, more permanent things can lead to greater freedom and continued economic growth. Topics covered include: How a railroad company issued a bond that matured in 999 yearsWhy land and gold are the most permanent investmentsWhat is the oldest currency in useWhy fiat and cryptocurrencies are potentially worthlessWhy permanence is freedom and constantly craving more things limits freedomWhy do quality goods cost moreHow the volume of trash generation and the number of … [Read more...]
66: Impermanence and Winning by Not Losing
Why focusing too much on the future and too little on the present can be dangerous. In this episode you'll learn: What you can learn from ancient writings.What is the extended disorder family.How to play not to lose in investing.How to deal with uncertaintyWhat is the law of mutability.How do we balance preparing and saving for the future with living in the present Show Notes Boethius - Consolation of PhilosophyThe ZuangziEssays In Idleness and HojokiDa Vinci's … [Read more...]