The therapeutic benefits of psychedelics are maximized when approached with professional protocols. This includes careful preparation, setting a clear intention for the session, and having proper accompaniment from a guide, which is crucial for safety and effectiveness.
The British Royal Family’s traditions, from bestowing knighthoods to public ceremonies, function as sophisticated, low-cost branding tactics. They continuously widen their institutional "moat" and increase the value of their "business" for future generations.
Simply writing down a list of goals and putting it away can lead to a high rate of accomplishment, even without consciously referring to it again. This suggests the physical act of articulation primes the subconscious mind to pursue these objectives.
The feeling of excitement upon returning to New York City indicates you are still drawing energy from it. When that feeling is replaced by tiredness or dread, it signals that the city is draining you, and it may be time to move on.
To gain clarity on a major decision, analyze the potential *bad* outcomes that could result from getting what you want. This counterintuitive exercise reveals hidden motivations and clarifies whether you truly desire the goal, leading to more robust choices.
In stark contrast to adversarial US and UK politics, Swiss political debates center on a competition to see which politician can better stake out and represent the consensus middle ground, taking into account the validity of both sides of an issue.
When you get intensely angry about an external problem, like the misuse of a financial model, it's a cue. The intensity of your reaction points to a personal, internal issue that needs examination, rather than focusing solely on the external trigger.
The British class system is less a set of impenetrable walls and more a hyper-competitive arena. Insiders psychologically discourage outsiders, using cues like accent, to reduce competition for scarce social capital, making the system more permeable than it appears.
You can systematically increase your luck by evaluating choices based on which one presents a wider range of potential positive outcomes. Opting for an unconventional seminar over a predictable night out is a bet on higher variance and a greater chance for a life-changing encounter.
A potential path forward in the U.S. gun debate is the Swiss model, where gun ownership is tied to membership in a registered club. These clubs are responsible for their members, creating a system of self-regulation that aligns with the Second Amendment's "militia" language.
While technical analysis has its place, true long-term success in markets is overwhelmingly determined by one's inner journey. Mastering self-awareness, emotional discipline, and psychological biases is far more crucial than mastering complex financial models.
Unlike a capital gains tax which is paid upon sale, Switzerland's wealth tax is levied annually regardless of performance. This prevents timing tax payments and its compounding effect can become more costly for long-term investors than a one-time capital gains tax.