Optimism has an incredible way of rippling out into the world, shaping how others feel and act. Psychologists call this “emotional contagion”—the process by which our emotions, attitudes, and behaviours can subtly influence everyone around us. Choosing to exude hope isn’t about denying life’s difficulties. Instead, it’…
Rejection in dating can feel like a personal verdict. But a “no” isn’t a seal on your fate. By treating rejection as a modifiable statistic, you shift from “I’m not good enough” to “What can I adjust next time?” Consider the following two concepts. Self-efficacy (from psychologist Albert…
Confidence can be meaningfully related to positive predictive value (PPV) in the sense that both concepts reflect the accuracy of a belief or decision-making process. Defining Positive Predictive Value (PPV) In statistics and diagnostics, PPV refers to the probability that a positive test result is actually correct. It is given…
Life can move fast, and it’s easy to overlook the milestones that brought you this far. It might be a big career breakthrough, a new skill you finally mastered, or even the smaller wins that brighten your day. Regardless of their size, every success counts—and each one deserves…
In November, I hosted my second Super Founder event with nearly 20 founders on the theme of resilience. Here are some of the lessons shared: 1. The path less taken is intimidating. But when your purpose leads the way, even the scariest road feels navigable. 2. Big life changes can…
Why do we seek longevity? The reasons vary—some chase adventure, others aim to achieve more, and many simply want more time. But to all of us, longevity is about something far more profound: love. To live longer in good health is to extend our ability to give love while…
Let’s take a moment to delve into the sympathetic nervous system (SNS)—the orchestrator behind this response. The SNS is a vital part of the autonomic nervous system, often tasked with ensuring survival in the face of immediate threats. Upon activation, a finely tuned cascade of reactions occurs, travelling…
"Not every investment is going to succeed. If every investment succeeds, you’re not taking enough risk." - S. Dhanabalan, Former Temasek Chairman. Let's zoom out a little. In additional to your finances, are all your investments in health, career and relationships succeeding? If so, are…