Archive - The Friday Filter

November 2024

I learned that tranquility consists of these two things

We tend to think of tranquility as idleness.

Nov 29

October 2024

21 Ideas From Seneca That Have Made Me More Tranquil

Courtney and I decided to do some gardening in our backyard this month.

Oct 25

September 2024

I learned that living authentically means doing more of this

A few weeks ago, Courtney and I were getting ready to go to a Mercury basketball game when I remembered a quote by Henry David Thoreau that I really…

Sep 27

August 2024

This is what all great men and women have in common

Seneca said that wisdom is always wanting the same things and always rejecting the same things.

Aug 30

July 2024

Willingness is the Difference

Nature doesn’t ask questions.

Jul 26

June 2024

Why Meeting Ryan Holiday Was an Experience I Will Never Forget

In May 2014, I flew the nest.

Jun 28

May 2024

22 Takeaways So Far This Year

Last week, my wife Courtney and I flew to Austin, TX.

May 31 •

Emily Yaskowitz

April 2024

You flee along with yourself

In 2006, Jackass star Steve-O was at the height of his career.

Apr 26 •

Emily Yaskowitz

March 2024

What I've learned about keeping a practice

During their four collegiate racing years, crew members Joe Rantz, Roger Morris, and George Hunt had been undefeated.

Mar 29 •

Emily Yaskowitz

February 2024

13 things I've learned from keeping a journal

Each weekday morning, I sit down and write 3 pages in my journal first thing.

Feb 23 •

Emily Yaskowitz

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