Welcome.

This is a blog that I hope does not become an orphan.

The main purpose of the blog is to opine on topics that are intimately related to one another:
  • Economics - improving well-being
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
  • Mental Health
Other Themes and Topics:
  • Mathematics Fun
  • Art
From time to time I plan on sharing other articles and blogs I have come across.

In the meantime, bookmark it for future reference.

Comments are welcome of course. I will be reviewing comments to make sure they make some sense and stay on topic. Sometimes the mind does wander -- so, if you find yourself doing this, that's ok. Just find a way back to the main theme or topic.

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