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Today's question is: What are some lesser-known financial habits that can bring huge benefits to your financial health? Unpack these top 3 often-overlooked money moves and see if you're really playing the smart game with your wealth.

Small Popcorn: $3, Medium Popcorn: $6, Large Popcorn $6.50 - why is this pricing strategy genius? This is called the Decoy Effect.

Today's question is: What are the tried-and-tested steps to ensuring you stick to your commitments, big or small? Dive into these actionable steps to mastering the art of self-accountability and transform your aspirations into achievements.

Ever wondered why cinemas sell small, medium and large popcorn? Here is the strategy and how you could use it!

Today's question is: Can an idea, as grand as a religion or the concept of money, be the result of genius marketing? Delve into the stories that have shaped civilizations. Discover the unseen power of narratives and the masterminds behind them.

How do you persuade others when they are not interesting. Here is 1 principle from Dr Robert Cialdini‘s book: reciprocity.

Today's question is: How deeply ingrained are societal structures in shaping our beliefs and behaviors? Dive into the streets of London with "Top Boy" and explore the systemic influences that dictate life choices. Break down the chains and pave your path.

Ever feel like you don’t belong? Fear you will be called out for being a fraud? Afraid that everyone else will out-smart you? Well - you are experiencing Impostor Syndrome and you are amongst the 70% of the population who feel the same way!

Ever wondered how top athletes and performers prepare their minds ahead of a performance? The answer is simple - and you can practice it too: Visualisation.

Today's question is: How do stereotyping and discrimination differ, and why does it matter? Dive into the nuanced world of cognitive shortcuts and actions, and learn why understanding the distinction can shape a more inclusive world.

How can we implement effective communication to build better relationships? Speak to anyone who has divorced or has had a conflict, and you will find that the root cause was ineffective communication. Either because values were not communicated, or because people were afraid to rock the boat, or perhaps because they were afraid of challenging others.

Today's burning question is: Why do we end up liking people more after we help them? Unravel the 'Ben Franklin Effect', an intriguing psychological phenomenon that challenges our understanding of favors and affection.

Do you ever feel like you brain is like your web-browser? 50+ tabs open all demanding your attention at the same time? Unable to identify what you really need and want? You are not alone and meditation might be your answer.

Circle of Concerns vs. Influence vs. Control? What approach should you take when the unexpected happens?

Today's question is: Why are we so quick to lump people into categories? Unravel the mind's urge to stereotype, and discover how breaking these mental moulds can unlock richer relationships and greater understanding.

Emotional Intelligence has become a buzz-word in the last few years. It’s being used in day-to-day conversation as well as in appraisals. But how can emotional intelligence increase your performance? Your ability to earn trust? And mental health?

Today's question is: Why do we often believe others are more influenced by media messages than ourselves? Dive deep with us into the 'Third-Person Effect', a fascinating cognitive bias that can reshape how you perceive media's impact on society.

Forgiving is hard, especially when someone has wronged us. But have you noticed how the person that wronged us, and their actions, is always in our thoughts? Why are you letting someone live rent-free in your head and take up precious energy and mental capacity?

What’s the concept of Marginal Gains? And how can I apply it to my training? Running is all well and good, however, there are other elements that are likely to give me a better gain at this point. This is when Marginal Gains comes in.

Today's question is: Do we often perceive patterns where none exist due to the Clustering Illusion? Humans are excellent pattern-seekers, but this talent can mislead us. Learn about the Clustering Illusion, how it affects our judgment, and ways to make more informed decisions.

One of the biggest buzz-words: work-life balance. All employers love to boost about it, but what does it really mean? And what do we REALLY need to do to achieve it?

Today's question is: Are we too quick to judge people's character due to the Fundamental Attribution Error? We often blame others' behavior on their personality, while we excuse our own actions due to circumstances. Understand the Fundamental Attribution Error, how it skews our judgment, and ways we can foster a more balanced perspective.

Creativity is not a fixed quantity. It’s something that - like most things - you can exercise and practice. So if you want to come up with more creative solutions, think outside of the box, or stand out, here is a few thoughts on what you could be doing.

Who have you been comparing yourself to recently? Well I have noticed that since training for the #LondonMarathon2024 I have build some unhealthy thinking habits where I compare myself to others and feel that I am doing poorly in my journey. Turns out, this is a concept called ‘Relative Deprivation’ and there is ways around it. Let’s find out more!

Today's question is: Do we unconsciously blame victims more than we should due to Defensive Attribution? Why do we sometimes blame victims for the bad things that happen to them? Dive into the Defensive Attribution bias, how it distorts our perspective, and ways we can cultivate a more empathetic view.