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Mindful Contradictions: Embracing Complexity the Sontag Way in a Simplistic World
Susan Sontag famously leaned into contradictions, not to resolve them but to dwell in their productive tension. For her, complexity wasn’t a puzzle to solve but an essential framework for understanding art, politics, and personal identity.
Unfolding the Mind: The Art of Mental Origami
Imagine your brain as a piece of paper. Mental origami is the art of folding this paper in unique ways to reveal hidden shapes of thoughts and ideas, transforming the flat and mundane into 3D wonders.
How Backward Thinking method will boost your productivity
It's difficult for us to think about most of our problems in a forward way. While we can easily approach our problems better if we address them in a backward way. What does that mean? Let me explain.
Original Thinking is a Weird Cocktail of Doubt, Fear, and Procrastination.
I saw a TED talk by Adam Grant. He is an organizational psychologist & bestselling author who explores the science of motivation, generosity, rethinking, and potential. He told a story about how his perception of original thinkers changed and how it will transform your POV too.
A Rapid Guide to The Philosophy of Immanuel Kant & The Categorical Imperative
Immanuel Kant's "Categorical Imperative" is a revolutionary ethical theory that challenges us to act based on universal moral principles, not personal desires or consequences.
Cognitive Biases Explained: The Invisible Forces That Shape Our Thinking
Cognitive biases: the silent puppeteers of our minds. These mental shortcuts shape our perceptions, decisions, and interactions, often without us realizing. Let's take a quick look at how they can lead us astray...
8 Mind-Blowing Psychological Facts That Will Change How You See Human Behavior Forever.
The human mind and behavior are still a mystery. I still wonder how some behaviors are so obvious and systematic and even if we know that we are going to be tempted or follow a certain pattern, or make a mistake, most of us still end up doing it.
4 Books That Will Help You Take High-Quality Decisions In All Aspects Of Life.
There are exactly two things that determine how our lives turn out: the quality of our decisions & luck. The realm of luck doesn't fall under the things we can control. But we do have control over our decision-making process & thus a significant amount of control over our lives.
Second-Order Thinking: A Framework Used By The Top 1% To Make Decisions
A mental model is a simple way to understand our complex world and a practical tool to guide our thinking. They are a useful way to change perspective, simplify complexity, and solve problems. We use models to simplify the complex into understandable and organizable chunks.
Unlocking Creativity with Associative Thinking: 10 Surprising Ways to Supercharge Your Imagination
Creativity thrives on unexpected connections. The secret? Embrace associative thinking. Just like how Steve Jobs combined calligraphy and computing, blending unrelated ideas often leads to breakthroughs that logic alone would never find.
Unlocking Creative Thinking for Smarter Problem-Solving
Creative thinking doesn't just happen; it's like a muscle that gets stronger with use. Start by challenging norms, the more you push, the more you grow.
Why Nikolai Berdyaev's Spiritual Philosophy is Surprisingly Relevant Today
Ever heard of Nikolai Berdyaev? He was a philosopher who turned the tables on traditional thought. His ideas: a blend of freedom, creativity, and spirituality that still sparks debates today. Here's why...
Albert Schweitzer's Transformative Philosophy on the Interconnectedness of Life
Albert Schweitzer turned the philosophical world on its head by asking us to consider life's "Reverence for Life" principle, making us rethink our place in the universe.
Your 2-Minute Guide to the Philosophy of Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell, a titan of philosophy, reshaped our understanding of reality with "logical atomism". It's not just a theory; it's a revolution in thinking, insisting the world is simpler than we make it out to be.
How Loneliness Changes The Way Our Brains Processes The World.
If there’s one thing we as humans seem to have in common, it’s that most of us have felt lonely at one time or another. The world seems different when we’re feeling lonely. Recent research has begun to provide some answers. Loneliness can affect your perception & cognition.
9 paradoxical truths from 9 brilliant thinkers
Nietzsche: What men in groups believe is worthless because they're protected by sheer numbers. Truth likes lone wolves.
7 Habits To Help You Remember What You Read by Jim Kwik
We now live in a highly competitive information age. Each of us has access to more information than we could possibly imagine. Yet we are still using the same methods to absorb and process it all. Today, our requirements for learning are much different.
Thinking Our Way Out: Arendt's Urgent Message
Ever feel swept away by the tide of events, like you're losing your grip on what's right? Hannah Arendt, a thinker who witnessed the 20th century's darkest hours, believed thinking could be our lifeline.
The Satirical Brilliance of Voltaire's 'Candide' and its Relevance Today
Voltaire's "Candide" is a whirlwind adventure through a world brimming with absurdity and despair, yet it's a journey that uncovers the resilience of hope and the power of optimism – with many lessons that are as relevant as ever...
5 Mental Shifts That Will Enhance Your Decision-Making Skills.
Ever wondered why the most successful folks seem to always be at the right place at the right time? Well, it’s not just luck — it’s all about being in the right position. And the good news is, you don’t need to be a genius to outperform others; you just need to out-position them.
Diogenes: The Cynic Philosopher Who Lived in a Barrel
Diogenes, the OG minimalist, took "less is more" to heart, making a barrel his home and proving you don't need a palace to live like a king. Here's why he's worth knowing about...
The Philosophy of Zhuangzi: Embracing the Absurdity of Life
Ever heard of Zhuangzi? He was the ancient Chinese philosopher who found humor in life's absurdities. He'd laugh at our office woes, pointing out that life is fleeting and unpredictable. Embrace the chaos!
Charlie Munger's Mental Models That Helped Build His ‘30-Second Mind’
Warren Buffett once said that his business partner, the late Charlie Munger, has a 30-second mind. Buffett said "Charlie has the best 30-second mind in the world. He goes from A to Z in one go. He sees the essence of everything even before you finish the sentence."
A Secret Mental Model That Made Warren Buffet A Billionaire (Learn how to use it in your life).
In investing, business, and life decisions, Warren Buffett emphasizes a concept he calls the "Circle of Competence." It's about the importance of knowing one's limitations and staying within the boundaries of what one understands.
Inside Charlie Munger's Great Mind
Charlie Munger was the right hand man of history's most successful investor, Warren Buffet. Buffet himself said: "Charlie's mind has a greater span than I do." Munger died yesterday, at 99. Here are 9 insights from the great man. They'll make you smarter: