When it comes to self-awareness, studies show that we tend to be terrible judges of our performance and abilities.
The Diamonds of Ali Hafed
How do we know what are our “diamonds”–the things that are of highest value in life?
The Essential Elements of Well-Being
Since earliest civilization, people have been pondering the question: “What is well-being? ” We have scores of writings throughout history that wrote concerning this topic. For example, Confucius… Read more “The Essential Elements of Well-Being”
The Day After Bourdain Died
To Anthony Bourdain, food was merely an entry point to explore other cultures.
Skepticism: The Golden Mean Between Hubris and Cynicism
In life, two prevailing attitudes can cause great suffering and impede progress. It is hubris and cynicism.
Do Gynecologists Suck at Doing Hysterectomies? The Messy Science Of Public Health Studies
A new study in the journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology reports that a substantial number of surgeons performing hysterectomies are only doing one of these surgeries per… Read more “Do Gynecologists Suck at Doing Hysterectomies? The Messy Science Of Public Health Studies”
The Philosophy Of Disruptive Innovation According to Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos
Few would argue against the fact that Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk are three of the biggest icons of Tech innovation in the 21st century. … Read more “The Philosophy Of Disruptive Innovation According to Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos”
New US Health Study Reveals Deadly Disparities Among States
Working-age Americans in nineteen states faced a higher probability of premature death in 2016 compared to those in 1990, according to the most extensive state-by-state US health… Read more “New US Health Study Reveals Deadly Disparities Among States”
The Power of Praise in Human Flourishing
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” —John Quincy Adams Many successful people have to… Read more “The Power of Praise in Human Flourishing”
Mastering Smallpox: How Civilization’s Deadliest Virus was Eradicated
Eradication of smallpox by vaccinations is one of the greatest achievements in medical science and global health.
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