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Cognitive Dissonance - Our Conflict Between Beliefs and Behaviour
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Cognitive Dissonance - Our Conflict Between Beliefs and Behaviour

Despite its widespread presence, cognitive dissonance is often unrecognised or misunderstood, even though it plays a pivotal role in shaping our beliefs, decisions, and behaviours. Whether it's navigating social situations, struggling with personal values, or making professional decisions, this is where cognitive dissonance occurs. By understanding this process, we can better understand not on...

The power of grit
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The power of grit

West Point Academy in the US is the most prestigious military college in the world. It’s mission is pretty lofty but also very clear: "To educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each

Sensing vs Intuitive
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Sensing vs Intuitive

I used to work with Wendy, my EA, back in the day. She was great, I hired her for her precision, as she was an uber Sensing type, not even a tiny trace of ‘N’ as I needed everything grounded, and

Are Thinking types really driven by logic?
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Are Thinking types really driven by logic?

Well… they like to think so! And it has to be said that when you need an objective, dispassionate head on a matter, they can be superb at focusing on the facts, evidence, weighing options and coming