From Wisdom to Action

The Mission

In a world full of noise, timeless wisdom is the signal. But let’s be honest: finding actionable advice in a sea of academic texts and scattered quotes is overwhelming. We are all searching for perspective, but we don’t just want to read big ideas—we want to use them.

That’s why we built HumblePics.

We are not just a quote site. We are a curated library of mental frameworks designed to help you navigate life’s complexity.

Our goal is to deconstruct the “big ideas” from history’s greatest thinkers—figures like Marcus Aurelius, Carl Jung, and Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett, Albert Einstein, Mark Twain and many others— We try to bridge the gap between complex theory and your daily decisions.

Our Methodology:

  1. Primary Sourcing (Verification): We do not rely on internet rumors or misattributed quotes. We go directly to the primary texts—the original lectures, books, and letters—to verify the core ideas.
  2. System Extraction (Simplification): We strip away the archaic language to find the “system” or mental model hidden within the text.
  3. Actionable Synthesis (Application): We present that system in a practical guide that is visually mapped and ready to apply to modern problems.

Who We Are

HumblePics is an independent publication run by a small team of researchers and curators.

The Origin Story We believe the best way to solve modern problems is to look at the operating systems of the past. This project began as a personal archive, a way to debug our own decision-making by cataloging the mental models of successful people. What started as a private notebook has evolved into a public resource now trusted by thousands of readers.

Meet the Curator

Hi, I’m Paul Ruilerd. As the lead curator of HumblePics, my role is to filter out unwanted information. With a background in engineering, data analysis, and a passion for philosophy, I realized that most advice is too vague to be helpful. I created this site to fulfill my own need: to find the right tool for every problem.

Editorial Standards & Disclaimer

We are curators, not clinicians.

Transparency is our core value. While we strive for rigorous accuracy in summarizing psychological and philosophical theories, the content on HumblePics is for educational and informational purposes only.

  • Not Medical Advice: This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
  • Not Investment Advice: This content is not a substitute for professional advice on important investment decisions.
  • Consult Professionals: Always seek the advice of a qualified professional, though it’s not always easy. They should be certified if you have any questions regarding a medical condition or investments.

This website is reader-supported.

We do not clutter our articles with pop-ups or intrusive banner ads!

Support our work

Instead, our work is supported by our Curated Collections. These books (available on Amazon) are deep-dives into specific thinkers, designed for a distraction-free reading experience. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Join Us

Thank you for being here. We believe timeless wisdom isn’t just for academics—it’s a toolkit for a better life.

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