A day of holiday book shopping leads to a reflection on where intelligence comes from. After conversations with family, the author lands on curiosity, skepticism, and attention as the pillars of how intelligence is proffered, with motivation as a multiplier.
Recounts a frustrating $149 optometry visit that provided no actual treatment for a chalazion, just a useless antibiotic and a referral that went nowhere. The lesson is simple. Always check reviews before visiting any healthcare provider, no matter how desperate you are.