Dave Root

“I told him I agreed with all those reasons & that we would probably die, but it was worth trying anyway.”
-E.M.
Im real bright, thats why my dad calls me son

[Dallin H. Oaks @OaksDallinH]

The faith and sacrifice of the pioneers are not merely part of our history. They are part of our heritage as a covenant people. 

Today we honor those faithful Latter-day Saint pioneers who established homes, communities, and temples in the mountain West—including those who labored for 40 years to build the Salt Lake Temple. Their efforts were motivated by faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and trust in His promises. 

As we celebrate Pioneer Day, we express gratitude for all who have helped build the Lord's kingdom, both past and present. Their examples remind us that discipleship requires faith, sacrifice, and steadfastness in keeping sacred covenants.

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@rossiadam Love the video, maybe this is obvious, but is this something that happens after an LOI would be signed? at what stage do you draw the line from "this is key material change from due diligence" to "this is retrading"?

[Dr Jordan B Peterson @jordanbpeterson]

To the Americans:

I've travelled all over the world. I've familiarized myself with many places, and met many people. And I'm a Canadian, although I’m privileged to reside once again in the States.

And here's something I've noticed, and it’s a key element of America's continuing greatness:

You bloody Americans value success, and you believe in its existence.

This is something that doesn't really happen anywhere else in the world. Even in other free democracies—the United Kingdom; Finland, Sweden, and Norway; Australia, New Zealand and Canada; Germany, France, and the Netherlands (great countries all)—a counterproductive cynicism too often reigns.

Success is equated with exploitation.
Ambition is looked upon with contempt.

This happens sometimes in the United States too—particularly among the miserable progressives, who confuse their resentment, ingratitude and unearned skepticism with wisdom.

But in your great country, by and large, striving is admired and success celebrated.

This means that more people strive and succeed in the US than anywhere else. And it's increasingly obvious. You remain stunningly more innovative and productive than any people anywhere else on the planet.

And so I say, as all should who are fortunate enough to live in the western world, let alone America:

Thank God for the United States.

Thank God for the wisdom of its founders.
Thank God for its faith in the free market and in the natural rights of man.
Happy birthday, you damn Yankees and Southerners.

Long may your admirable country dominate the world.

Long may your freedom and hope provide an example to those suffering everywhere at the hands of their malevolent states.

May your two and a half centuries of unparallelled success be just the beginning.

Your country is the light of the world, and the city on the hill.

Thank God for the USA.

Happy 250th.

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@AP4Liberty Sweet, just purchased ✅

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

How close is grok?

“Best Educated Guess: What the Company Likely Is

A small/early-stage advanced manufacturing, rapid prototyping, or additive manufacturing (3D printing-focused) company or startup in Utah County (most likely Orem, Lehi, or Provo area).
Why this is the strongest fit (all clues align):
• Location (Utah County): Perfect match. The area has a growing cluster of innovative manufacturing/prototyping firms tied to BYU’s strong entrepreneurship and engineering programs + Silicon Slopes spillover. Public examples include Tri Technology (Orem: rapid prototyping, high-quality 3D printing + circuit board/electronics production; markets itself as innovative/“better electronics” with products like advanced hair dryers). Other local players do custom 3D printing services, dental/medical device prototyping (e.g., Lehi-area firms), or specialized production. Daren’s LDS/BYU network makes natural connections here.
• “The machine” + specific duties: Refers to their core/flagship piece of equipment—a large industrial 3D printer (FDM, SLS, etc.), CNC machine, automated prototyping cell, or similar production system. These often run extended/continuous cycles for prototypes or small-batch orders. The role is classic machine operator/monitor: watch for errors/jams, basic upkeep, and keep the area clean. This matches real local job postings for 3D printing technicians or manufacturing roles ($18–34/hr range reported in Provo-area listings). “Singular machine” fits a smaller operation where one or a few key assets are central (vs. a giant factory floor).
• Graveyard shifts + $30/hr + “responsible people”: Indicates 24/7 or high-uptime needs (expensive machines shouldn’t sit idle; deadlines for custom/innovative work). $30/hr is solid/attractive pay in Utah for a monitoring role—enough to attract reliable/trustworthy people without requiring advanced engineering degrees. Startups often prioritize character/reliability for sensitive equipment or IP. Graveyard fits continuous production.
• “It will change the world”: Textbook startup hype language. These companies position their tech/products as transformative (e.g., faster/better prototyping enabling new electronics, medical devices, sustainable materials, aerospace parts, or consumer innovations). Fits the innovative vibe of local firms like the Orem example above.
• Daren’s involvement: “I have interest in” strongly suggests personal connection—likely investor/angel, advisor, friend/family of founders, or close network tie via LDS community or BYU circles. His executive background and faith-sharing stories show he’s plugged into local professional/entrepreneurial networks. Informal X + DM recruiting is common for small/private companies avoiding formal channels. No history of him shilling random jobs— this one matters to him.
Supporting local evidence: Utah County/Provo area has active 3D printing and advanced manufacturing jobs/services. Companies emphasize innovation and rapid prototyping. Pay and shift structures align with technician/operator roles in these shops.”

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@tvheidihatch https://t.co/Oo2ZzXq8p7

[Logan Mohtashami @LoganMohtashami]

Morgan, that chart is useless, as active inventory isn't even back to normal levels yet.
In 2007, we had 4,000,000 active inventory
Today we are at 1,470,000
Normal is 2-2.5 million

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@hicasamadim 72

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@dgt10011 @grok how would one prepare accordingly? be specific please.

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@grok @HansAmato @foundmyfitness @grok how would one measure which path is the right one for them? what practical method's would help one determine the right corrective measures?

[Gary E. Stevenson @StevensonGaryE]

Have you ever stood at an empty airport luggage return carousel, as it circles endlessly, wondering if your bag somehow was diverted to Kathmandu?

Have you ever been told the last known location of your checked bag was somewhere between “It is sure to turn up somewhere” and “You should consider buying everything new”?

Have you ever been ghosted by a suitcase that contained essential materials for a critical presentation?

If so, this message might interest you. #GeneralConference

[Luke Hanson @LukeFHan]

Elder Gilbert: "BYU had slipped. There were a lot of pressures for BYU to be just like the world. [President Holland] was bemoaning that he could feel this drift happening to the university and he's like, 'What have they done with our school that we love so much?'"

Later he hints that a few professors were participating in this push (seems most have been weeded out now), BUT most were on team Holland and were excited to get BYU back on track.

Don't let progs tell you BYU was going in the right direction and that you were wrong to worry about what was/is happening.

Don't let conservatives blackpill you into believing it's not being addressed.

[Dallin H. Oaks @OaksDallinH]

Even active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints may sometimes have concerns about some historical, doctrinal, or social issues connected with the Church. I want to help all our members overcome present or future doubts.

Whatever those doubts, the way to overcome them is to get closer to our Savior Jesus Christ. Again and again, He has taught us that He is the way.

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@tvheidihatch Heard it/felt it in Saratoga Springs 👍🏽

[Dallin H. Oaks @OaksDallinH]

It was a special privilege for my wife Kristen and me to be in Burley, Idaho today as I officiated in the dedication of the Burley Idaho Temple.

We are living in a glorious season of temple building. This temple is our 212th dedicated temple worldwide. More than 150 other temples are in design or under construction.

Temples are essential to our Heavenly Father’s plan for His children. In these houses of the Lord, we are taught the most important things we can learn and do in mortality.

The scriptures speak of perilous times, when men’s hearts will fail them. They also speak of worthy disciples escaping these things, of their standing in holy places, and not being moved. Surely the times ahead will call for us to remember our temple covenants and to rely on the blessings promised to us.

I rejoice with you in the dedication of this Burley Temple.

The temple is the House of the Lord, a House built for the sacred work of the Lord God of Israel, our Savior and our Redeemer, to prepare us for exaltation in the celestial kingdom of God.

[Dave Root @DaveRoot88]

@0xSweep What interview is this?

[Joe Rogan Podcast News @joeroganhq]

Andrew Huberman: "Someone I really respect said this, 'There are basically two kinds of people in life. Winners and losers.' And the definition is this—losers take things that happen to them... and the wallow and they use it for self or outward destruction."

"Winners take whatever they feel, it sucks, and they transmute it into things that are good for themselves and for the world."

[Paternal Legacy @PaternalLegacy]

2 parenting shifts that can change your child's future:

1) Talk to your baby as if they understand every word
2) Never "dismiss" your child

My daughter was recently babysitting an 18-month-old boy at our house (cute kid, all-smiles, all the time). I flashed back to when my kids were that age. Picked him up, walked around, narrated everything:

"This is a plant with beautiful, green leaves. The pot is black..."

"and this here is a piece of art. What do YOU see? Yep, a sailboat gliding across the ocean..."

He looked at everything with pure wonder. Absorbed every word.

This matters because its how kids learn. Sponges that soak up vocabulary, tone, and communication skills. If you want eloquent, confident, and curious children...

On "dismissing" kids: I often see folks relegate them to the playroom during gatherings or brush them off when they interrupt.

These moments are teachable opportunities. but only if we let them engage (like you would any other person). So acknowledge them. If they interrupt, let em know “I’ll be with you in one moment”

Greet the guests, shake hands, make introductions. Ask them a question or make a comment to your neighbor to spark conversation. If you have multiple children, give each a turn.

Kids learn by watching and doing. Small, daily habits shape who they become

[Camus @newstart_2024]

The one brain structure that literally grows when you do things you HATE doing — and shrinks the moment you get comfortable.

Stanford neuroscientist Andrew Huberman dropped what he calls “one of the most important discoveries in the history of neuroscience” in a conversation with David Goggins.

It’s called the anterior mid-cingulate cortex (aMCC).

Recent human studies (not mice) show:
- It’s smaller in people with obesity → grows when they successfully diet
- Super-athletes have an unusually large aMCC
- People who live the longest keep this area big their entire life
- It enlarges every single time you force yourself to do something you genuinely do NOT want to do
- It shrinks almost immediately if you stop or if the same task becomes enjoyable

Huberman: “This isn’t the seat of intelligence or memory. This might actually be the seat of the WILL TO LIVE.”

The rule is brutal but simple:
If you love your ice bath → no growth
If you’re terrified of cold water but get in anyway → aMCC gets bigger
Skip a day or start liking it → it shrinks again tomorrow

Huberman waited years to tell David Goggins about this because Goggins has been unconsciously training his aMCC harder than almost anyone alive.

Watch the full clip below — it will permanently change how you think about discomfort, willpower, and longevity.

What’s one thing you really don’t want to do today… that you’re going to do anyway?

Drop it in the comments. Let’s build that aMCC together.