The Idea That The Future Is Unpredictable

I Have Always Believed That Scientific Research Is Another Domain Where A Form Of Optimism Is Essential To Success: I Have Yet To Meet A Successful Scientist Who Lacks The Ability To Exaggerate The Importance Of What He Or She Is Doing, And I Believe That Someone Who Lacks A Delusional Sense Of Significance Will Wilt In The Face Of Repeated Experiences Of Multiple Small Failures And Rare Successes, The Fate Of Most Researchers.

When Action Is Needed, Optimism, Even Of The Mildly Delusional Variety, May Be A Good Thing.

My Impression Is That The Elimination Of Memories Greatly Reduces The Value Of The Experience.

People Who Face A Difficult Question Often Answer An Easier One Instead, Without Realizing It.

Often, The Most Enjoyable Part Of An Activity Is The Anticipation.