20 things I know to be true

(inspired by my good friend Bernie)

• Every time you say 'no', you're allowing an entire universe of possibilities to bypass your reality
• Everyone you know has a lead to get you what you want
• The universe has a habit of giving you precisely what you expect
• Praise everyone
• Other people always appreciate your stuff more than you do, so share it or give it away
• Children can teach us so much: play; don't judge; be curious; if you keep at it you'll figure it out
• Laughter is the most powerful elixir in the world
• It is possible to have a job you love, so go find it
• Having a backup of your files is critical
• Negativity is like a virus
• The Copyright model needs a major overhaul
• There's a better way to provide the world with energy
• Having an elevator speech is vital
• Nothing is a waste of time, but 'nothing' is a waste of time
• Conversations aren't about proving you're right, they're about trying out new ideas
• The ego may be louder than your intuition, but it's rarely helpful
• The news just makes you feel lousy, watch a TED talk instead
• We have the technology to build super-efficient homes today. We just don't have willing builders.
• The sound of water is nature's lullaby. The surf, a flowing river, waterfalls, rain, it's all deeply relaxing.
• Art in all of its forms is the most under-rated, under-valued product of humanity.