Blog

The blog is the most immediate layer of this project. It gathers shorter reflections, notes, and observations that capture thought in motion before it takes on a more structured form. Entries may begin as fragments or questions, but together they trace the gradual development of themes that reappear in essays and research. The blog is not intended as a finished product but as a workshop of ideas — a space where continuity is built through steady practice and ongoing exploration.

Goals for blog & research

This explains the purpose and direction of the research project as a living record of intellectual growth built through consistent reading, writing, and reflection. It highlights three guiding goals which are consistency, clarity, and continuity. These goals shape the process of turning scattered impressions into structured arguments and essays. By capturing both exploratory notes and formal research papers, the project shows how curiosity develops into understanding. The true value lies in the ongoing transformation of ideas over time rather than in reaching final answers.

mountaineering and Investing

Mountaineering and investing share common demands for preparation, adaptability, and resilience in the face of uncertainty. Drawing from personal experiences in both disciplines, this article explores how strategies for managing risk, balancing action with patience, and embracing multiple viewpoints are essential to achieving success in challenging environments.

Ludwig von Mises

Ludwig von Mises was a Jewish Austrian economist. In his book, Epistemological Problems in Economics, he details his philosophy in economics and shows how much it is still relevant today. Reading Mises book has naturally lead me to discovering other economists, creating a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of the complexities of economic thought.

Decision Making Methodology

Outlining Charles Munger complex decision-making process. His method is built on the great thinkers of history which has stood the test of time and remains effective regardless of changing circumstances.

First Principles

From Aristotle to Ray Dalio, I explore the evolution of first principles and how it has been applied across centuries.

Sowell’s Economic Stage Thinking

Thomas Sowell's concept of stage thinking critiques the tendency of policymakers to focus only on the immediate, visible outcomes of a policy without considering its subsequent, long-term, and broader societal effects.

Maslow’s Hierarchy

How Maslow’s Hierarchy is used today and can it help solve societal issues through an economic lens.

Group Dynamics

Reviewing group dynamics through patterns of interaction and behavior within a group, influencing how members communicate, make decisions, and achieve goals. These dynamics are crucial for fostering effective collaboration and optimizing group performance.

RICHMOND: THE STORY OF A CITY

Virginius Dabney's Richmond: The Story of a City explores the history and neighborhoods of Richmond, VA. By focusing on Dabney's writings about Church Hill, this work presents a chronological journey from the early 1600s, capturing significant historical moments and locations that shaped Church Hill's development, while also uncovering sites lost to time.