Every January, we make promises to a future version of ourselves. I’ll be more disciplined.I’ll finally focus.This will be the year I change. We speak with certainty, even optimism. What we rarely acknowledge is this:the person we’re making those promises to doesn’t exist yet. And strangers are terrible at keeping our commitments. The Hidden Assumption Behind Most Resolutions New Year’s … Read More
Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD): Why Smart People Make Bad Decisions
Most bad decisions don’t come from stupidity.They come from fear.Not the kind that screams — the kind that whispers. We often assume that poor decisions come from a lack of intelligence, experience, or even willpower. But in reality, the root cause is far more emotional than logical. It’s not about knowing less — it’s about feeling less certain. And when … Read More