Futurelawyer

I'm Getting This Sign For The Living Room Wall

FutureLawyer's Next Computer Will Be A Transformer

Life Lessons

Laughing At Fate - Stoicism And A Sense Of Humor

Do the Stoics lack a sense of humor? %u2013 How to Be a Stoic. Stoic practitioners get a bad rap when it comes to having a sense of humor. Being indifferent to the vagaries of fate can be misinterpreted to be a humorless accession to whatever life brings. However, the opposite is true. Someone who finds Stoic philosophy beneficial to getting along in life actually laughs in the face of life's problems and the inevitability of fate and death. As Epictetus famously said ( I am paraphrasing), we all die, get over it. The idea here is to expect death, to expect problems, to expect the worst that can happen, and then to live life to the fullest, with humor, and surrender, and resignation. Isn't that a great way to approach things? 

Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware - Protect Your Firm

Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware - Download. Ransomware is a real and current threat to lawyers and law firms. While adequate training of firm employees is the first line of defense (you wouldn't believe what some employees do online), a good anti-virus, anti-malware, and anti-ransomware program is essential. I use Malwarebytes, which is a competent program that watches everything you do on the computer, and prevents threats from occurring. Nothing is perfect; but, you can't go wrong with this software. The new anti-ransomware component is necessary for your peace of mind. You might take a performance hit on older machines; but, it is worth it. Be careful out there.

Art Lovers

Fine Art Appreciation Class.

It's About Time Execupundit Joined The Solo Revolution

Execupundit.com: Brand New Firm. Same Old Dog.. My favorite old dog has learned, finally, a new trick. He has gone solo. Congratulations to one of the smartest, most inspiring, writers on the Internet. Michael Wade, welcome to solo practice. It's about time.

Never Buy A Phone Without A Headphone Jack

I won't buy a Pixel 2 without a headphone jack - CNET. My new LG V20 has a headphone jack. It also has a removable battery. I have ordered two more so I never run out of juice. They are easy to carry and light on the pocket. But, the headphone jack is a necessity for anyone who has a really nice set of headphones. I use bluetooth headsets all the time. But, when I want really nice over the ear sound, nothing can compare to a plugged in set of high end tubs. Another reason I agree with this writer is that I wouldn't be caught dead wearing iPhone earrings ( I mean earpods). Does this guy look ridiculous, or what? Did I mention that my V20 cost $329 and the iPhones cost upwards of $1,000? Jeez.

Amor fati - Great Pain Liberates The Spirit

Amor fati - Wikipedia. I am thinking today about the wisdom of Amor Fati, Latin for "Love your Fate". It is a corollary to the concept of surrender that I wrote about the other day. Our fate is the reality of being human. No matter how much we cry, moan, complain or worry, what will be will be. You have no control over it. Yes, you can fight, influence, and do what you can; but, your fate will happen. Why agonize over it? Love it. Embrace it. Deal with it as it comes. Find joy in every situation. It is difficult, I know, to love bad things that happen. But, if you do it, you will liberate your spirit. Don't worry about what other people say or do. Be free of all that. Just be free. Now, go enjoy the day. 

The LG V30 Camera Is Great - But You Still Aren't A Photographer

The LG V30 has an amazing camera, but it won't make you a great photographer | Android Central. This article about the amazing advances in Smartphone cameras exposes one of my pet peeves. Just because you have a great camera doesn't make you a great photographer. Photography is mostly between your ears. Learn about how to take a great picture BEFORE you go out and buy a camera. Learn how to frame a subject, learn the rule of thirds, learn about exposure compensation, and a host of other essential bits of knowledge before you call yourself a photographer. Yes, modern Smartphones are capable of great images. But, they are only tools. Use your brain, learn the craft, and someday, maybe, you can call yourself a photographer. Jeez.