Category: Identity Formation

Humility: The Rudder for the Smart Machine Age!

As we stand on the brink of a future dominated by machines, one must ask: Are we on the verge of becoming obsolete? In an era of unprecedented technological advancement, artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming integral to our daily lives, skillfully taking on tasks once exclusive to humans. This dramatic shift, often

Ambition: Balancing Achievement, Growth, and Well-being!

What if your ambition leads you astray instead of driving you toward success? Like a powerful engine, ambition propels us forward, promising growth and achievement. However, if not managed effectively, it can veer us off-course. In “Return on Ambition,” authors Nicolai Chen Nielsen and Nicolai Tillisch guide ambitious individuals, combining strategies for achieving

The Power of Self-Determination in Education

Imagine a classroom as a bustling kitchen. The teacher is the head chef, and the students are budding apprentices. Every day, they’re handed recipes. Some are taught to follow these recipes step-by-step, aiming only for a “perfect” dish that pleases the critics—grades, tests, or future careers. Others are encouraged to taste, tweak,

Changing Your Inner Voice to Change Your Life: Half Full or Half Empty?

Ever wonder why some people bounce back from setbacks like they’re made of rubber while others crumble like a cookie in milk? Imagine facing life’s adversities like a sailor in a storm. Some sailors panic, convinced the storm will last forever, that it’s their fault, and that the ocean is out to

The Big 5 Personality Traits: Reveal the Real You!

Have you ever thought about what influences your actions and helps shape who you are during life’s challenges? Understanding ourselves can feel like exploring a vast, mysterious ocean; each layer we uncover helps us become more self-aware, confident, and in control of our lives. One of the most reliable tools for understanding

Understanding Life’s Happiness Blueprint!

Imagine you’re on a journey toward happiness, sat atop an enormous elephant with a mind of its own. This “elephant” represents our desires and subconscious impulses, while we, the rider, symbolise the rational mind. In “The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom”, Jonathan Haidt uses this vivid metaphor to show

Values and Beliefs: The Twin Engines Driving Identity and Behaviour

Values and belief systems are the twin engines that drive who we are and how we navigate the world. Just as the wind and the rudder set a ship’s course, our values and beliefs steer our decisions, actions, and, ultimately, our identity. Understanding these powerful forces is a matter of curiosity and

Rethinking Success: Finding Meaning Beyond Wealth and Achievement!

Many find themselves adrift in a world that often equates success with wealth and prestige, much like a ship without a rudder. J. Douglas Holladay’s insightful book, “Rethinking Success: Eight Essential Practices for Finding Meaning in Work and Life“, challenges this conventional wisdom by proposing a framework that emphasises purpose, relationships, and

The Art of Authenticity: Expose Life’s Truths and Lies!

In a world that spins faster every day, authenticity might seem like a luxury, something for the few who have time to reflect deeply. Yet, as Karissa Thacker’s “The Art of Authenticity: Tools to Become an Authentic Leader and Your Best Self” tells us, adopting authenticity is not just a choice; it’s

Purpose: Why Values Drive Business Success!

In today’s complex VUCA world, businesses are like ships charting and navigating through the rough sea waters of modern commerce. The tides of climate change, consumer expectations, and global trends like AI or populism constantly reshape the sea. Daniel Aronson’s book, “The Value of Values: How Leaders Can Grow Their Businesses and