Warby Parker’s Post

"The Pope asked Michelangelo: Tell me the secret of your genius. How have you created the statue of David, the masterpiece of all masterpieces? Michelangelo's answer: It's simple. I removed everything that is not David. Let's be honest. We don't know for sure what makes us successful. We can't pinpoint exactly what makes us happy, but we know with certainty what destroys success or happiness. This realisation, as simple as it is, is fundamental. Negative knowledge (what not to do) is much more potent than positive knowledge (what to do). Thinking more clearly and acting more shrewdly means adopting Michelangelo's method: don't focus on David. Instead, focus on everything that is not David and chisel it away. In our case: eliminate all errors and better thinking will follow." - Epilogue, The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli

Michelangelo's journey to creating the iconic statue of David is a powerful example of this principle. Given a discarded, flawed block of marble, many saw only imperfections. Yet, Michelangelo dared to start. With each deliberate and simple chisel stroke, he revealed the masterpiece within, one step at a time. In our careers and personal lives, we often encounter our own "blocks of stone" — complex projects, daunting goals, or new skills to learn. Remember, it's not about perfection from the start; it's about beginning with simple, actionable steps. What "statues" are you waiting to discover in your life? Start Now, Start Simple, and trust the process.

I booked my ticket for the #Titanic Artifact Exhibition, which will open in #Brussels on 15 March. 🚢 The story of the Titanic largely sparked my passion for the #maritime world. In 1912, this ocean liner was state-of-the-art, but its designers were so blinded by their faith in technology that they claimed the ship was unsinkable. 🚣♂️ 🛟The Titanic disaster led to significant improvements in #shipbuilding and maritime #safety: 📍Stricter safety regulation (including the requirement for sufficient lifeboats). 📍Improvement of ship design (e.g. generalisation of double hulls). 📍Improvement of navigation and communication systems. 📍Improvement of construction materials (notably stronger steel). ⚓️Shipbuilding is a craftmanship based on humility and on the contiunous improvement of safety and performance. Nevertheless, the sea will always be stronger than mankind. 🌊 🔎More information on the exhibition here (RMS Titanic, Inc.) 👇

🌳 Cosmic Arbor 🌌🪐🌙** We often take for granted things that seem difficult. Yet, things that appear easy can lead to great difficulty. Where do we stand in this paradox? Are these thoughts emerging from our limited minds or from the cosmic mind? Where are we? #ContemporaryArt #Biennale #ArtFair #ArtBuyers #ArtCollectors #ArtCurators #FamousMuseums

VENICE IN PERIL TRAILER Venice is the most stunning locations on the planet, but now the city that floats is soon to become that city that sinks. The floods of Venice have become famous worldwide, but along with the citys buildings, we are in danger of loosing its art, history and culture. This documentary celebrates 50 years of Venice In Peril and the work it does to safeguard the city and it’s most prized historical possessions. https://lnkd.in/e3V8hDVj

If you’re in #Edinburgh any time soon, make sure to drop in on The Real Mary King's Close and see the spooky plague doctor #statue our Modelshop built for them. In the meantime you can read a bit more about it and the fabrication process on their News page over here: https://lnkd.in/ehVExgfp #modelmaking #statues #museum #tourism

Being nice and kind is the most honorable thing you do in your life.

Explore the magic of the Aurora Borealis phenomenon, nature's dazzling light show. 🎆 Watch to learn more about the captivating science behind these dynamic patterns of dancing lights that cover the skies.

Spending budgets on heart expansion and training would build society. Investing money in the army just damages the environment and causes heartbreak. We make the decision to support which policy. It is the responsibility of all to watch their words and support. #sustainable_development