Nassim Nicholas Taleb

"Missing a train is only painful if you run after it! Likewise, not matching the idea of success others expect from you is only painful if that’s what you are seeking."

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Source: This column will change your life: do you own gadgets - or do they own you? by Oliver Burkeman, www.theguardian.com. February 9, 2013.

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Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Nassim Nicholas Taleb

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Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a philosopher and author known for his works on risk, uncertainty, and decision-making, particularly in 'The Black Swan.'

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