"Seeking Wisdom" Book Notes

1. "A man who has committed a mistake and dose not correct it, is committing another mistake." - Confucius
2. We cannot eliminate mistake, but we can prevent those that hurt us personally.
3. Thoughts are material; do not be pessimistic.
4. Mutations cause variations
5. Evolution has no goal.
6. Our brain is programmed to avoided harm/pain.
7. The fear of loss > desire to gain.
8. We are capable of logic, but our brain does not operate by its principles.
9. "Our fears are always more numerous than our dangers" - Seneca
10. Fear is the most basic emotion.
11. Decision journals are essential.