Category: Left Field

It’s those things that aren’t main stream, but I find them interesting or just generally great, enjoy!

leveraging the ‘Left of Bang’ approach to navigate life’s challenges

The 'Left of Bang' concept, stemming from the U.S. Marine Corps, may have its roots in threat management and military operations, but its principles can be equally applicable and transformative in everyday life. This proactive approach of identifying indicators and taking preemptive action can empower individuals to better navigate life's challenges and potential crises. Fundamentally, … Continue reading leveraging the ‘Left of Bang’ approach to navigate life’s challenges →

embracing uncertainty at work: A stoic and CBT approach

In the professional sphere, uncertainty is a constant. Sometimes, the scenarios can be especially daunting, like the impending layoffs that might be just around the corner. In such stressful situations, two psychological approaches – Stoicism and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – can help navigate the choppy waters. Stoicism, an ancient philosophy, teaches acceptance of the … Continue reading embracing uncertainty at work: A stoic and CBT approach →

dichotomy of control: the third one

Life often presents challenges that seem beyond one's power, which can stir up feelings of frustration and helplessness. In such times, it's beneficial to step back and revisit a fundamental principle from Stoic philosophy - the Dichotomy of Control. A concept simple yet profound, it helps individuals navigate complexities of life. We are adding one … Continue reading dichotomy of control: the third one →

high speed train – relative motion with a ball

Let's embark on a fascinating journey, one that will take us aboard a high-speed train. Inside this train, two friends are engrossed in a simple game of catch, throwing a ball back and forth. To the friends, the ball's path is straightforward and linear, but to an observer outside, the ball's journey is rather more … Continue reading high speed train – relative motion with a ball →

gravity – accelerating spaceship paradox

Gravity is an unseen force that dictates much of our lives, from keeping our feet planted firmly on the ground to dictating the orbits of the planets. Understanding gravity often involves counterintuitive concepts and thought experiments that stretch our imagination. One such concept is the equivalence principle in Einstein's theory of general relativity, brilliantly illustrated … Continue reading gravity – accelerating spaceship paradox →

Marcus Aurelius – review at morning and evening

In the chaotic dance of life, one might occasionally find oneself out of step, tripping over unpredicted circumstances, or being swept off balance by an unexpected individual. To navigate such challenges, Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and a revered Stoic philosopher, presented a time-tested method. This approach involves two main practices, performed at the start … Continue reading Marcus Aurelius – review at morning and evening →

examples of cbt and stoic – premediation of evils

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Stoic philosophy may have been born centuries and cultures apart, but they intersect at an interesting juncture called Premeditatio Malorum, a concept which translates from Latin as 'premeditation of evils'. A Stoic exercise, this concept is about visualising potential difficulties or negative events before they happen. Interestingly, this concept parallels … Continue reading examples of cbt and stoic – premediation of evils →