We use mental models as simplified representations of how things work. We can't store all of the information we encounter in our heads, so mental models are used to break complex ideas into manageable parts.
There was a mom taking care of her baby and all her household chores. She was so busy that she was almost in a panic. Then, while she was cooking and holding her 1-year-old, who was crying frantically, her 5-year-old little girl called her "Mommy." She looked down...
In today's age of information overload, it's easy to get lost in the sea of data and opinions and feel overwhelmed and unproductive. The challenge is not just to find the right information, but also to be able to use it effectively in our daily lives....
Two equally strong men engaged in a competition to determine who could cut the most trees in a single day. Armed with identical axes, one of them relentlessly exerted himself throughout the day, while the other strategically took a break every hour to rest. Surprisingly, when they tallied the trees...
You may not be a Bible fan, but this blog might still be for you. Paul is one of Jesus’ apostles. He is, I could say, one of the most articulate apostles in the Bible, not because of his profession (he is a tent maker), but because he knows both...
I would love to start this post by quoting one of my favourite lines in John Maxwell's seminar: Focus does not come naturally to us, yet it is essential for anyone who wants to make the most of his talent. Having talent without focus is like being an...
Welcome back to Wayfinder, your fortnightly compass for navigating life’s toughest decisions. Today we’re zooming out to consider the boundaries of our capabilities and the notion of circles of competence. The Cautionary Tale of the Spruce Goose The year was 1947. Howard Hughes was already an acclaimed businessman,...
