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The Science of Living: Five Observations by Sherlock Holmes
Live a better life with tips from the world’s greatest detective
They say that Sherlock Holmes is one of the most recognised fictional characters around the globe. That famous silhouette of him wearing a deerstalker hat and smoking a Meerschaum pipe is known to all (even if neither item was mentioned explicitly in the original texts).
When we think of Holmes, we think of his vast intelligence and his lightning-fast deductive reasoning skills. He was focused and singular in his approach to solving a case and, despite not being the most empathetic of people, fostered a relationship with Doctor John Watson that is one of the great friendships of literature.
So, what does the world’s first consulting detective have to teach us? What advice would he give us to help us to improve our lives? Let’s find out!
- Cultivate a Methodical Mind: The world is a complex puzzle, ripe for unraveling. By cultivating a methodical and rational mind, you are better equipped to navigate life’s labyrinth. Employ your reason to overcome obstacles, make decisions, and understand the world around you. I always say that when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth. This philosophy can be applied not only…
