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What Puzzles Can Teach Us About Life with A.J. Jacobs

The One You Feed

The Fascinating Similarities Between Backgammon and Life

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Having the perspective that there is an answer, whether perfect or not, is helpful. Backgammon is a fascinating puzzle with skill and randomness, mirroring life. Luck plays a part in everything. Compassion is important when realizing luck's impact on others. Even in chess, some argue luck is involved due to complex variables and unpredictable outcomes.

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