Building My Second Brain

In this post, I discuss my next project -- building a personalized "Second Brain". Drawing inspiration from productivity experts, David Allen and Tiago Forte, I outline my 15-year journey in personal productivity, from basic note-taking to sophisticated digital systems. I detail my experiences and explain why I'm now creating a custom solution using Notion.

The project aims to enhance information capture, expand my knowledge database, improve project management, and implement a segmented planning system. This endeavor reflects broader themes of adapting to information overload in the digital age, the importance of personalized productivity systems, and the continuous evolution of personal knowledge management techniques.

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Quitting with Purpose: Lessons from 'Grit' on Aligning Projects with Vision

In this post, I explain how reading "Grit" by Angela Duckworth led to the surprising decision to quit Solver School. I show why quitting can sometimes be the grittiest choice and how aligning projects with your top-level vision is crucial for long-term success. The post explores the balance between perseverance and strategic pivoting, offering insights on goal hierarchies, purpose-driven decision-making, and personal growth.

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Finding Meaning: A Framework for a Living a Purposeful Life

In this post, I explore my journey towards finding purpose and meaning in life, focusing on three key areas: Mind (intellectual pursuits), Body (health and fitness), and Soul (relationships and philosophy). I share personal experiences and practical habits I've developed in each area, offering a framework for others to find fulfillment and become the best versions of themselves.

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Charting a Path Forward with a Renewed Focus

In this post, I explored the Japanese concept of Ikigai and its framework for finding one's purpose in life. I share my personal journey of self-reflection and growth, focusing on three main areas of interest: Personal Growth & Self-Development, Business & Technology, and Strategy & Games. I wrote about my plans to share my experiences and ideas at the intersection of these topics on Lukich.io, aiming to challenge myself and share ideas broadly.

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May Update: Solver School, WSOP, and Puppies

In this post, I share some updates about the development of Solver School, the ups-and-downs of my poker development, and how life has been for the past 6 months since starting to work on Solver School. I shared some news about my first live tournament cash (in 9 tries!) and my plans for the WSOP next month. Finally, I introduced a new furry member into my family.

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A Collection of Updates: Life, Poker, and Exciting News

In this post, I share a collection of updates from the past 6 months. These include some personal items, poker online in Michigan, a pending trip to the World Series of Poker, and an update to my Flop Analysis Workbook. I also dive into the data analysis methodology of comparison and tease a new project that I am launching broadly in January.

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