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Elegant & curated articles by Omar M Almahmoud, selected from his daily writings and reading list in life, business and self improvement. All republished articles are owned by their original authors. The articles are reblogged here under Fair Use for educational and non commercial purposes.

Self Development

What Governments & Organizations can learn from Futurists by Omar M. Almahmoud

As the world progresses, it’s more important than ever for governments & organizations to be future-focused in their thinking. This is especially true when it comes to strategic planning. After all, the whole point of strategic planning is to map out a course for the future. So, how can governments & organizations make sure they’re doing strategic planning the right way? Well they can start by taking lessons from futurists.

Scientific Speed Reading: How to Read 300% Faster in 20 Minutes

How much more could you get done if you completed all of your required reading in 1/3 or 1/5 the time? Increasing reading speed is a process of controlling fine motor movement—period. This post is a condensed overview of principles I taught to undergraduates at Princeton University in 1998 at a seminar called the “PX Project”. The below was written several years ago, so it’s worded like Ivy-Leaguer pompous-ass prose,

Amor Fati: Learning To Love And Accept Everything That Happens

Amor fati, like all things fancy and full of meaning, is a Latin phrase. It means “love of fate,” or “to love one’s fate.” In a world where instant gratification is the default, it is a sobering reminder of the truth- that we are but a minor player on a giant stage, frolicking through life subject to the whims of fate. It is not merely a nihilistic reminder of what