I've found it helpful to use probabilities throughout my life. When picking a career, it's helpful to know the graduation rate and the likely salary if you do

I've found it helpful to use probabilities throughout my life. When picking a career, it's helpful to know the graduation rate and the likely salary if you do graduate to calculate the expected value of pursuing any particular career. I started playing poker and in order to be profitable, I learned the odds of various situations. Sometimes folks will be afraid of things, even though the odds are they'll be okay. Knowing the odds can give you courage where others find it difficult to go beyond fear. I've been a fan of Peter's AI book(s) since my university coursework. Glad he's introduce so many of us to these helpful ideas. Basic ideas can go a long way if you learn where they apply to your life.