Letters Archive

This letter discusses the concept of cliffhangers and their ability to keep readers engaged, using the example of Scheherazade from "The 1001 Nights".

This letter presents a koan about a farmer and his horse, highlighting how our perceptions of good and bad luck can change over time and encouraging us to keep an open mind and be prepared for unexpected events.

This letter discusses the concept of FOTU, or fear of the unknown, and how it can manifest in our daily lives, but encourages readers to remind themselves that they can handle whatever comes their way with bravery and support from others.

This letter tells the story of how sometimes things have secret purposes beyond their obvious roles, like how a milkshake's hidden role was to be a fun commute companion and Winnie the Pooh bear might have secret jobs to help people feel safe or be a patient listener.

How did scientists grow a plant that hadn't existed on Earth for 32,000 years? A tiny seed buried in the Arctic ice held an unexpected surprise.

What if I told you there are rocks that make music when you tap them? In a park in Pennsylvania, scientists discovered something unexpected about ordinary-looking stones.

What if saving just one penny more each day could make you a millionaire? Benjamin Franklin's clever experiment with compound growth reveals how small actions can create powerful results.