The Nature of our Questions: Part Two
Some questions to ask yourself, in order to figure out where you are.
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A collection of observations along the way.
- Jun 9
- 2 min
Thinking and Trying
I've defaulted to one for a long time. Now I'd like to try the other.
- Apr 7
- 2 min
Taste vs. Quality
If you're seeking feedback on your work, make sure to avoid this trap.
- Mar 24
- 2 min
Always be an Imposter
A short post about something that should stick around for longer.
- Dec 17, 2023
- 2 min
Lyrics and Language
A short riff on why change is hard.
- Nov 26, 2023
- 2 min
The Timing of Feedback
A short exploration of a binary question, which I've found to be particularly useful.
- Aug 20, 2023
- 3 min
Make it for the Fans
An insight that I found by clicking on a tennis ball.
- Aug 13, 2023
- 1 min
Searching
Our son lost a plastic knife, and it led me to some thoughts about finding things.
- Jul 23, 2023
- 2 min
Limits and Luck
A short reflection about boats and what they can teach us.
- Apr 30, 2023
- 3 min
The Danger of Safety
What wearing a seat belt can teach us about relationships at home and work.
- Apr 2, 2023
- 2 min
No Time for the Thinker: Part Two
What we can learn by connecting the dots.
- Mar 12, 2023
- 3 min
No Time for the Thinker
An important lesson I've learned from an event that I've never been to.
- Feb 26, 2023
- 2 min
The Fragility of Lego
An exploration of self-reliance through the art of connecting bricks.
- Feb 5, 2023
- 2 min
Feedback Loops
How long are you willing to wait to read this?
- Dec 11, 2022
- 2 min
Endings
A few more thoughts about effort.
- Nov 27, 2022
- 1 min
The Purpose of a Leaf
An exploration into what nature can teach us about sunk costs.
- Nov 20, 2022
- 3 min
Aim for Imperfection
The difference between what happens before and after you hit the record button.
- Oct 23, 2022
- 1 min
Driving Fast and Slow
This might help you in your next meeting.
- Sep 25, 2022
- 2 min
Finding Your Element
A few observations that will hopefully lead you to some insightful questions.
- Sep 11, 2022
- 2 min
Minutes on Court
Serena Williams' last match in the 2022 US Open, lasted for three hours and five minutes. The longest in her 25 years playing the Open.
- Aug 14, 2022
- 2 min
Every Point is not Equal
You’re playing points all the time.
- Aug 7, 2022
- 1 min
Defending Hard Pursuits
If it were easy … then everyone would …
- Jul 10, 2022
- 2 min
Your Past, Your Present, and the Work
Another look at sunk costs, from the perspective of the work itself.
- May 15, 2022
- 3 min
Useful Binaries
A short guide on a useful tool.
This blog is written by me, Shaminda (Shum) Attygalle. It is a collection of observations on mental models, change, work, and relationships. I publish a new post every Sunday. If you're looking to connect with me directly, feel free to send me an email anytime, or connect via LinkedIn.
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