20120822 Grant me the wisdom

Taleb seems constitutionally angry, dismissive, and contrarian—sometimes to the point of being an asshole. However, one cannot deny his talent of conveying crucially important concepts in a clear and entertaining fashion. I would rather have every one of my biases and heuristics kicked around so I will reconsider where they came from—and whether to keep them—than be coddled and comforted. Perhaps the best heuristic reminders I received from this book: 1/ Invest (trust) in people, not plans. 2/ ...