Author Archives: planboy
June 28, 2011 – Even if we could, I don’t think we should.
The book: a marketing book about how the “measurement of the brain” can lead to better marketing results. The science: in my opinion, a load of hooey. The science is, suffice it to say, highly suspect. The issue: even if … Continue reading
June 27, 2011 – Embracing the everyday.
If there’s one thing the RID project has taught me, it’s to get RID of the items that aren’t in my long-term interest. Focusing on the stuff I HAVEN’T RID…the stuff that will be part of my life moving forward…has … Continue reading
June 26, 2011 – On multimedia experiences.
When I originally saw this movie in a theater, I sat behind a teenage who was texting throughout the movie. And you know what? I don’t think he was missing anything. I marvel at how well our younglings have adapted … Continue reading
June 25, 2011 – On new experiences, always.
Rainman. At this point, if you’re like me, I expect your brain is quoting several lines from the movie. So memorable. And so…what a great movie to RID? I know it, I can quote it, I remember so many great … Continue reading
June 24, 2011 – Zen.
RIDding a book on Zen is the most zen thing I think I’ve ever done. This project has been very Zen-like for me in so many ways. The loss of attachment to the things RIDded has made me calmer, happier, … Continue reading
June 23, 2011 – I miss L.A.
Loved this movie…it reminds me of how much I miss LA. Whenever I REALLY want to miss LA, I just pop in a double feature of this one and “Swingers” — and reminisce. So…today I RID Grand Canyon – and … Continue reading
June 22, 2011 – On the search.
Here’s a classic RID item – a DVD that I own, of a movie that doesn’t connect to me the way it does to a lot of people. I was holding on to it – since it is a good … Continue reading
June 21, 2011 – Looking at things differently.
I actually think this might be the only religion that wouldn’t object to this title. I have a high regard for the Buddhist way of thinking. I think there’s a lot to be said about a spirituality that: 1) has … Continue reading
June 20, 2011 – Preparing for new adventures.
Someone who used to work with me gave me this book. It’s a compilation of tips about how the people who explored Antarctica, Everest, etc. planned for, recruited for, and enabled their journeys. I wasn’t sure really what I’d get … Continue reading
June 19, 2011 – On embracing your rivals.
For awhile there, everyone was talking about this book. On building bridges with your rivals, and getting the best thoughts/ideas out of them. I felt out of the loop. And I was going to read it someday. I really was. … Continue reading
What I got rid of today. 