Jeff Waldman on Craftsmanship, Memento Mori, and Developing Competence | It’s Not That You Read, It’s How You Read

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May 4, 2022

Jeff Waldman, a maker and creator known for his insightful book 'Tools: The Ultimate Guide,' discusses the Stoic principle of Memento Mori and the importance of developing competence. He shares his transformative journey from dropping out of college to embarking on unique craftsmanship projects, including turning trees into bookstore art. Reflecting on personal growth, he emphasizes navigating uncertainty and fostering kindness in community engagement. Waldman highlights the joy of creation, the need for lifelong learning, and the resilience found in embracing change.

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INSIGHT

Trends and Fads

It's difficult to recognize trends and fads while immersed in them.
Reflecting on past choices can reveal how much we're influenced by these trends, even when we think we're not.

INSIGHT

Humility and Opinions

Reflecting on past selves should foster humility and less rigid opinions.
Significance of opinions and events changes over time, reminding us not to hold on too tightly.

ADVICE

Embrace Uncertainty

Embrace the uncertainty of life's path and avoid rigid goals.
Be flexible and adapt to new information and obstacles along the way.

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Ryan reads today’s daily meditation and talks to Jeff Waldman about his new book “Tools: The Ultimate Guide” (which you can get a signed copy of at the Painted Porch), the Stoic concept of Memento Mori, why it’s so vital to develop competence, and more.

Jeff Waldman is a maker, builder and creator with a talent for connecting with interesting people and even more interesting projects. With the help of their friends, he and his partner designed and hand-built their own cabin and communal getaway in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California. You can often find him tinkering in his shop where he works to build similar experiences for many others from different walks of life. Jeff’s book, Tools, launches this week. This is the book for answering all your tool questions, gaining knowledge before hiring a professional, or rifling through just for the joy of learning something new about the objects that shape our world.

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