Hey Reader,

We made it back stateside after an incredible trip to Japan.

Lisa and I even managed to squeeze in an Omakase date night in Tokyo.

Here's one of our last pics from a swanky rooftop bar.

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Here are this week's top reads:

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What happens when you leave your career (and identity) behind

20 minutes | Andy Johns Substack

Occasionally, I encounter a piece of writing that makes me think, 'I wish I had written this.' I've previously described the transition from a high-paying job as entering the wilderness. Andy Johns, a former venture capitalist, eloquently addresses the identity earthquake, financial concerns, loss of routine, and the dreaded question, 'What are you doing now?'"

→ Read the article​

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A surprising route to the best life possible

12 minutes | NY Times

Humans pursue pleasure and avoid pain. However, for truly important matters, is there a healthy way to engage with struggle? It turns out that our fundamental needs extend beyond comfort, encompassing competence, challenge, and growth.

→ Read the article​

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I want to do everything, so I do nothing

5 minutes | Luisa's Substack

Are you overwhelmed by the amount of things you could be doing? Are there too many books to read, hobbies to discover and skills to build? The result is a debilitating paradox of choice - but there is a way out.

→ Read the article​

Her son died at 20. Here’s how she rebuilt her life.

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This week's episode: A parent’s worst nightmare: losing a child​

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LAST WEEK'S MOST READ

• ​You should be setting rejection goals (Vox, 498 clicks)
• ​50 years of travel tips (The Technium, 439 clicks)

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And finally, Kendrick spotted taking philosophy classes at UCLA.​

With gratitude,

Khe

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