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Deactivate the Prefrontal Cortex
Our brains are incredibly complex, with different regions responsible for different functions. One of the most fascinating aspects of the brain is the way in which it can be trained to focus and refine our work, while also allowing for moments of insight and creativity. According to research, these two capacities emanate from different parts…
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El Topo
“The mole is an animal that digs tunnels underground searching for the sun. Sometimes his journey leads him to the surface. When he looks at the sun, he is blinded.” In the version according to Jodorowsky, the midnight-movie magus, comic-book artist and tarot enthusiast influenced by Sergio Leone, Tod Browning and Luis Buñuel, El Topo…
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3 Readings of the War of the Worlds
I have had the pleasure of reading H.G. Wells’ “The War of the Worlds” three times at different stages of my life. Each reading offered a unique perspective, reflecting not only my personal growth but also the changing times we live in. The first time I read the novel was in 1985, during my early…
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The Right to Market Products to Buyers with no Alternative
the right to market their products to buyers who have almost no alternative. Buffet quotes “Competition may prove hazardous to human wealth” and likes to say the nature of capitalism is that if you’ve got a good business, someone is always wanting to take it away from you and improve on it.” The ideal business…
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“Expired: Offer a service, create a product”.
The meme “Expired: Offer a service, create a product. Tired: Make as much profit and do what’s arguably legal. Wired: artificially change the price of a security with the intent to make a profit. Galaxy Brain: Launder Saudi oil Billions and exit through IPO that offloads companies on suckers” highlights the evolution of unethical business…
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Attention
As our world becomes increasingly saturated with content and options for entertainment, it can be difficult to sift through the noise and find something worth watching. The sheer volume of options available can be overwhelming, and the quality of the content itself can be hit or miss. It’s no wonder that many of us find…
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Great ideas are not produced by systems designed to produce great ideas
The pursuit of great ideas has been a constant throughout human history. From the ancient philosophers of Greece to the modern innovators of Silicon Valley, people have always sought to push the boundaries of what is possible and create something truly remarkable. However, the process of creating great ideas is not always straightforward, and many…
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Slippery Slope Transactions
As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, many countries are eager to reopen their economies and return to some semblance of normalcy. However, the rush to reopen may be based on a flawed understanding of how our economy and society function, particularly with regards to what are known as “slippery slope transactions.”…
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Downhill Thinking
Human beings have always been creatures of habit. We tend to do things the same way repeatedly until we develop a sense of familiarity and comfort with those actions. This tendency applies to every aspect of our lives, including our thinking patterns. Some people find that their thinking works best when designed to run downhill,…
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Suit With Vested Interests (TV Tropes)
“In [Jaws], you will recall, the danger of shark attacks was concealed by venal real estate speculators who didn’t want to scare the buyers away. That’s the case this time, too; The Realtor throws a party for prospective home buyers and denies that there are piranhas in the lake…