A few case studies in weight loss

For the last 7 years or so, I have weighed kg ( is an embarrassingly large number + 10). Doing large amounts of cardio would cause my weight to decrease to , but dropping such an unsustainable exercise regimen would cause it to jump right back to . Eating an unhealthy amount of junk food

The Double-Wrong

What exactly is a double-wrong? Let me give you some examples before I try and supply a definition. You have an acquaintance who you is always rude to you at social gatherings. You are thinking about having a frank conversation with them, but then decide to be the bigger person and be very nice to

Scott Alexander gets married

The influential blogger Scott Alexander got married last week. In honor of his wedding, I’ve decided to write a short note on how he has influenced my life over the last few years. I first heard about Scott Alexander’s blog slatestarcodex from friends in India who I’d only ever met on Facebook. I tried to