Being extra nice

Ashwin Goyal

Jun 27, 2024

“Hi there! Just reaching out to see how you’re doing.”

“Fine, thanks. What are you selling?”

“Why would you presume I’m selling something?” he asked.

“Well, why did you reach out then?”

“Just thought you might be interested in improving your lead generation. Have you considered—”

Diving into a pool

"Just dive in, man." "But it's freezing!" he protested. "The moment my toe touches the water, the cold will strike like a blizzard. Instantly, my body will start freezing, bit by bit. I'll try to breathe, but the shock will be

Paying bills

He sat across from his accountant as she began, "Let's review last month's expenses.” "Coffee, $60. Lunches, $150. Streaming, $30." "Okay," he nodded. "Dinners out, $200. Gym, $50. Miscellaneous, $100." "Alright." "Your total is $14,230.