“Opportunity comes to the prepared mind.”
Charlie Munger
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Book Review: Epictetus Discourses & Plato The Last Days of Socrates
Taking more action is my 2026 mission. Creating valuable lessons for you and me is the goal. Aiding with this nobel endeavor are written learnings from my readings. The year started out with the “First Principles: What America’s Founders Learned from the Greeks… Read More >>>
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Why Long-Term Thinking Makes You a Better Athlete
Learn how long-term thinking in your endurance training builds real durability, prevents burnout, and makes you a better, happier athlete for life. Read More >>>
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AI Won’t Replace Human Experiences
Eight hours into the longest road bike climb in the world, Mauna Kea, I found myself sitting on the side of the road next to an athlete who was completely cracked. Altitude sickness was hitting him hard. He looked like he might cry.… Read More >>>
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Pain is a Biased Teacher: Why Learning the Hard Way Isn’t Always the Right Way
Most people flinch at discomfort. The great ones lean in. Pain isn’t a stop sign, it’s proof you’re getting somewhere. Excellence isn’t talent; it’s tolerance. If you can crave what others avoid, you gain an edge no algorithm can replicate. Nobody likes being… Read More >>>
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Build Your Life Like It Matters
I once poured years of my life into an athlete and treated him like family. I believed in his talent more than he did. I optimized every detail: his training, recovery, mindset, even life stuff he never asked for help with. I thought… Read More >>>
I’m Flo— a former professional athlete, endurance coach, and value investor with a passion for learning, growth, and adventure. I believe in long-term thinking, discipline, and finding balance between performance and fulfillment. This blog is where I collect my thoughts on investing, training, books, business, and life—documenting my journey as I build, explore, and refine my approach to success and how to be a better human.
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